How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make in Springfield?
$67,270a year
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $32.34 an hour or $5,606 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.34
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among cities
- 152 of 177
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,960Median: $67,270Highest 10%: $104,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,960 | $23.54 | |
| 25th | $50,940 | $24.49 | |
| Median | $67,270 | $32.34 | |
| 75th | $83,370 | $40.08 | |
| 90th | $104,000 | $50.02 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers.
| Columbia, MO | $80,590 |
| St. Louis, MO | $79,630 |
| Kansas City, MO | $76,340 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer Science Teacher | $106,600 |
| History Teacher | $80,660 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $80,650 |
| Business Teacher | $78,640 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teacher | $76,520 |
| Psychology Teacher | $75,250 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $74,880 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $74,270 |
| Art | $70,130 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teacher | $70,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $32.34 ($67,270 a year).
Do nursing instructor and teachers make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $67,270 against $80,250 nationally, 16% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $76,340, so Springfield pays 12% less.
Where does Springfield rank for nursing instructor and teacher pay?
152 of 177 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,960 or less a year; the top 10% make $104,000 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.