How much does a social sciences teacher make in Missouri?
$76,130a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in Missouri. That is $36.60 an hour or $6,344 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.60
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,670Median: $76,130Highest 10%: $104,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,670 | $23.40 | |
| 25th | $59,460 | $28.59 | |
| Median | $76,130 | $36.60 | |
| 75th | $96,420 | $46.36 | |
| 90th | $104,000 | $50.02 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbia, MO | $81,240 |
| St. Louis, MO | $78,670 |
| Kansas City, MO | $64,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social sciences teachers.
| 12. New York | $79,040 |
| 13. Wisconsin | $78,640 |
| 14. New Hampshire | $77,100 |
| 15. Missouri | $76,130 |
| 16. Indiana | $74,360 |
| 17. Connecticut | $73,930 |
| 18. Texas | $73,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social sciences teacher make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $36.60 ($76,130 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $76,130 against $72,990 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Missouri rank for social sciences teacher pay?
Missouri ranks 15 of 40 states.
Which city in Missouri pays social sciences teachers the most?
Columbia, MO, with a median of $81,240 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.