How much does a proofreader and copy marker make in St. Louis?
$55,280a year
Median yearly pay for proofreader and copy markers in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area. That is $26.58 an hour or $4,607 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.58
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 22
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,430Median: $55,280Highest 10%: $72,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,430 | $18.48 | |
| 25th | $50,400 | $24.23 | |
| Median | $55,280 | $26.58 | |
| 75th | $66,620 | $32.03 | |
| 90th | $72,380 | $34.80 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for proofreader and copy markers.
| Kansas City, MO | $48,370 |
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How much does a proofreader and copy marker make an hour in St. Louis?
The median hourly pay in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area is $26.58 ($55,280 a year).
Do proofreader and copy markers make more in St. Louis than the national average?
Yes: $55,280 against $51,120 nationally, 8% more.
How does St. Louis compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $52,920, so St. Louis pays 4% more.
Where does St. Louis rank for proofreader and copy marker pay?
6 of 22 metro areas with data.
How much does a proofreader and copy marker make starting out in St. Louis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,430 or less a year; the top 10% make $72,380 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.