How much does a protective service worker make in Missouri?
$49,290a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in Missouri. That is $23.70 an hour or $4,108 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.70
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,010Median: $49,290Highest 10%: $75,190
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,010 | $16.83 | |
| 25th | $41,620 | $20.01 | |
| Median | $49,290 | $23.70 | |
| 75th | $53,090 | $25.52 | |
| 90th | $75,190 | $36.15 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $47,070 |
| St. Louis, MO | $45,690 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 19. Michigan | $49,730 |
| 20. Utah | $49,610 |
| 21. Oregon | $49,520 |
| 22. Missouri | $49,290 |
| 23. Arizona | $49,090 |
| 24. Indiana | $47,930 |
| 25. Nebraska | $47,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $23.70 ($49,290 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $49,290 against $42,540 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Missouri rank for protective service worker pay?
Missouri ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays protective service workers the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $47,070 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.