How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make in St. Louis?
$81,580a year
Median yearly pay for philosophy and religion teachers in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area. That is $39.22 an hour or $6,798 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.22
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 88
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,590Median: $81,580Highest 10%: $178,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,590 | $25.76 | |
| 25th | $62,540 | $30.07 | |
| Median | $81,580 | $39.22 | |
| 75th | $110,400 | $53.07 | |
| 90th | $178,000 | $85.59 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for philosophy and religion teachers.
| Springfield, MO | $76,520 |
| Kansas City, MO | $61,040 |
Related jobs in St. Louis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $131,600 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $102,900 |
| Physics Teacher | $102,500 |
| Business Teacher | $101,700 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $101,100 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $97,120 |
| Sociology Teacher | $96,240 |
| History Teacher | $92,140 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $87,860 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $83,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make an hour in St. Louis?
The median hourly pay in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area is $39.22 ($81,580 a year).
Do philosophy and religion teachers make more in St. Louis than the national average?
Yes: $81,580 against $80,260 nationally, 2% more.
How does St. Louis compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $75,280, so St. Louis pays 8% more.
Where does St. Louis rank for philosophy and religion teacher pay?
33 of 88 metro areas with data.
How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make starting out in St. Louis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $53,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $178,000 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.