How much does a preschool teacher make in Missouri?
$36,090a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Missouri. That is $17.35 an hour or $3,008 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.35
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,030Median: $36,090Highest 10%: $54,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,030 | $13.96 | |
| 25th | $30,440 | $14.63 | |
| Median | $36,090 | $17.35 | |
| 75th | $44,030 | $21.17 | |
| 90th | $54,610 | $26.25 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $37,400 |
| St. Louis, MO | $37,020 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $35,150 |
| Columbia, MO | $33,990 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $33,190 |
| Joplin, MO | $31,330 |
| Springfield, MO | $30,410 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $29,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 32. Arizona | $36,300 |
| 33. Mississippi | $36,250 |
| 34. Wisconsin | $36,160 |
| 35. Missouri | $36,090 |
| 36. Pennsylvania | $36,050 |
| 37. Florida | $35,860 |
| 38. North Carolina | $35,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $17.35 ($36,090 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $36,090 against $38,140 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Missouri rank for preschool teacher pay?
Missouri ranks 35 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays preschool teachers the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $37,400 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.