How much does a printing press operator make in Missouri?
$46,130a year
Median yearly pay for printing press operators in Missouri. That is $22.18 an hour or $3,844 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.18
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,560Median: $46,130Highest 10%: $66,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,560 | $15.65 | |
| 25th | $37,720 | $18.13 | |
| Median | $46,130 | $22.18 | |
| 75th | $54,890 | $26.39 | |
| 90th | $66,640 | $32.04 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jefferson City, MO | $49,610 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $48,610 |
| St. Louis, MO | $47,710 |
| Joplin, MO | $46,660 |
| Kansas City, MO | $46,560 |
| Columbia, MO | $45,170 |
| Springfield, MO | $44,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for printing press operators.
| 16. Alaska | $46,460 |
| 17. Vermont | $46,460 |
| 18. Illinois | $46,260 |
| 19. Missouri | $46,130 |
| 20. California | $46,110 |
| 21. Ohio | $45,760 |
| 22. Connecticut | $45,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a printing press operator make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $22.18 ($46,130 a year).
Do printing press operators make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $46,130 against $45,780 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Missouri rank for printing press operator pay?
Missouri ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays printing press operators the most?
Jefferson City, MO, with a median of $49,610 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.