How much does a teacher and instructor make in Missouri?
$55,870a year
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors in Missouri. That is $26.86 an hour or $4,656 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.86
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,430Median: $55,870Highest 10%: $85,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,430 | $15.59 | |
| 25th | $47,590 | $22.88 | |
| Median | $55,870 | $26.86 | |
| 75th | $77,650 | $37.33 | |
| 90th | $85,510 | $41.11 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $99,070 |
| Springfield, MO | $59,300 |
| St. Louis, MO | $56,100 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $49,430 |
| Columbia, MO | $48,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for teacher and instructors.
| 33. Kentucky | $58,200 |
| 34. Ohio | $56,890 |
| 35. Utah | $56,280 |
| 36. Missouri | $55,870 |
| 37. Arizona | $55,270 |
| 38. Michigan | $54,680 |
| 39. Iowa | $54,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teacher and instructor make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $26.86 ($55,870 a year).
Do teacher and instructors make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $55,870 against $66,140 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Missouri rank for teacher and instructor pay?
Missouri ranks 36 of 50 states.
Which city in Missouri pays teacher and instructors the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $99,070 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.