How much does a medical equipment preparer make in Missouri?
$43,480a year
Median yearly pay for medical equipment preparers in Missouri. That is $20.90 an hour or $3,623 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.90
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,510Median: $43,480Highest 10%: $58,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,510 | $16.59 | |
| 25th | $37,720 | $18.13 | |
| Median | $43,480 | $20.90 | |
| 75th | $48,110 | $23.13 | |
| 90th | $58,420 | $28.09 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbia, MO | $46,340 |
| Kansas City, MO | $46,190 |
| St. Louis, MO | $45,880 |
| Joplin, MO | $44,890 |
| Springfield, MO | $38,130 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $36,970 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical equipment preparers.
| 37. North Carolina | $45,130 |
| 38. West Virginia | $44,830 |
| 39. Montana | $44,670 |
| 40. Missouri | $43,480 |
| 41. Oklahoma | $43,460 |
| 42. South Carolina | $42,510 |
| 43. South Dakota | $42,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical equipment preparer make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $20.90 ($43,480 a year).
Do medical equipment preparers make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $43,480 against $47,700 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Missouri rank for medical equipment preparer pay?
Missouri ranks 40 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays medical equipment preparers the most?
Columbia, MO, with a median of $46,340 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.