How much does a substitute teacher make in Springfield?
$32,190a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $15.48 an hour or $2,683 a month.
- Hourly
- $15.48
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among cities
- 235 of 323
- Jobs in the area
- 630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,600Median: $32,190Highest 10%: $49,850
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,600 | $13.75 | |
| 25th | $29,750 | $14.30 | |
| Median | $32,190 | $15.48 | |
| 75th | $35,720 | $17.17 | |
| 90th | $49,850 | $23.97 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers.
| Kansas City, MO | $40,440 |
| St. Louis, MO | $35,900 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $33,480 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $31,750 |
| Joplin, MO | $30,780 |
| Columbia, MO | $30,740 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $30,000 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer Science Teacher | $106,600 |
| History Teacher | $80,660 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $80,650 |
| Business Teacher | $78,640 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teacher | $76,520 |
| Psychology Teacher | $75,250 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $74,880 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $74,270 |
| Art | $70,130 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teacher | $70,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $15.48 ($32,190 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $32,190 against $41,670 nationally, 23% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $34,790, so Springfield pays 7% less.
Where does Springfield rank for substitute teacher pay?
235 of 323 metro areas with data.
How much does a substitute teacher make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $49,850 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.