How much does a lifeguard make in Missouri?
$29,260a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in Missouri. That is $14.07 an hour or $2,438 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.07
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,600Median: $29,260Highest 10%: $33,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,600 | $13.75 | |
| 25th | $28,600 | $13.75 | |
| Median | $29,260 | $14.07 | |
| 75th | $31,090 | $14.95 | |
| 90th | $33,960 | $16.33 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $30,730 |
| Kansas City, MO | $30,590 |
| Springfield, MO | $29,120 |
| Columbia, MO | $28,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 27. Michigan | $29,760 |
| 28. Pennsylvania | $29,480 |
| 29. Texas | $29,450 |
| 30. Missouri | $29,260 |
| 31. Nebraska | $29,100 |
| 32. Wyoming | $29,030 |
| 33. Idaho | $28,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $14.07 ($29,260 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $29,260 against $33,580 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Missouri rank for lifeguard pay?
Missouri ranks 30 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays lifeguards the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $30,730 a year.
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.