How much does a history teacher make in St. Louis?
$92,140a year
Median yearly pay for history teachers in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area. That is $44.30 an hour or $7,678 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.30
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 38 of 89
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,520Median: $92,140Highest 10%: $138,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,520 | $20.44 | |
| 25th | $63,170 | $30.37 | |
| Median | $92,140 | $44.30 | |
| 75th | $113,700 | $54.65 | |
| 90th | $138,200 | $66.46 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for history teachers.
| Springfield, MO | $80,660 |
| Kansas City, MO | $73,800 |
Related jobs in St. Louis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $131,600 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $102,900 |
| Physics Teacher | $102,500 |
| Business Teacher | $101,700 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $101,100 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $97,120 |
| Sociology Teacher | $96,240 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $87,860 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $83,390 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teacher | $81,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a history teacher make an hour in St. Louis?
The median hourly pay in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area is $44.30 ($92,140 a year).
Do history teachers make more in St. Louis than the national average?
Yes: $92,140 against $83,820 nationally, 10% more.
How does St. Louis compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $80,680, so St. Louis pays 14% more.
Where does St. Louis rank for history teacher pay?
38 of 89 metro areas with data.
How much does a history teacher make starting out in St. Louis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,520 or less a year; the top 10% make $138,200 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.