How much does a psychology teacher make in St. Louis?
$81,030a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area. That is $38.96 an hour or $6,753 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.96
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 55 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,690Median: $81,030Highest 10%: $136,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,690 | $15.24 | |
| 25th | $61,690 | $29.66 | |
| Median | $81,030 | $38.96 | |
| 75th | $113,500 | $54.58 | |
| 90th | $136,100 | $65.45 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers.
| Kansas City, MO | $79,570 |
| Columbia, MO | $78,980 |
| Springfield, MO | $75,250 |
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 psychology teacher make an hour in St. Louis?
The median hourly pay in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area is $38.96 ($81,030 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in St. Louis than the national average?
Yes: $81,030 against $80,340 nationally, 1% more.
How does St. Louis compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $79,240, so St. Louis pays 2% more.
Where does St. Louis rank for psychology teacher pay?
55 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychology teacher make starting out in St. Louis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,690 or less a year; the top 10% make $136,100 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.