How much does a medical scientist make in Springfield?
$72,160a year
Median yearly pay for medical scientists in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $34.69 an hour or $6,013 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.69
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among cities
- 159 of 178
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,390Median: $72,160Highest 10%: $115,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,390 | $26.63 | |
| 25th | $63,790 | $30.67 | |
| Median | $72,160 | $34.69 | |
| 75th | $81,340 | $39.11 | |
| 90th | $115,800 | $55.65 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for medical scientists.
| St. Louis, MO | $103,400 |
| Kansas City, MO | $81,250 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $76,740 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $79,560 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $77,860 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $58,660 |
| Life | $54,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical scientist make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $34.69 ($72,160 a year).
Do medical scientists make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $72,160 against $103,400 nationally, 30% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $102,500, so Springfield pays 30% less.
Where does Springfield rank for medical scientist pay?
159 of 178 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical scientist make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $55,390 or less a year; the top 10% make $115,800 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.