How much does a middle school teacher make in Missouri?
$59,310a year
Median yearly pay for middle school teachers in Missouri. That is $28.51 an hour or $4,943 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.51
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 11,330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,760Median: $59,310Highest 10%: $91,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,760 | $21.04 | |
| 25th | $47,670 | $22.92 | |
| Median | $59,310 | $28.51 | |
| 75th | $73,640 | $35.40 | |
| 90th | $91,130 | $43.81 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $62,570 |
| St. Louis, MO | $62,180 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $56,090 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $50,600 |
| Joplin, MO | $49,110 |
| Springfield, MO | $48,990 |
| Columbia, MO | $48,590 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $47,960 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for middle school teachers.
| 41. North Dakota | $60,100 |
| 42. Arizona | $59,710 |
| 43. Arkansas | $59,570 |
| 44. Missouri | $59,310 |
| 45. Florida | $58,940 |
| 46. Louisiana | $58,760 |
| 47. West Virginia | $57,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a middle school teacher make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $28.51 ($59,310 a year).
Do middle school teachers make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $59,310 against $64,370 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Missouri rank for middle school teacher pay?
Missouri ranks 44 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays middle school teachers the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $62,570 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.