How much does a teacher and instructor make in Springfield?
$59,300a year
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $28.51 an hour or $4,942 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.51
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among cities
- 144 of 244
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,210Median: $59,300Highest 10%: $86,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,210 | $15.97 | |
| 25th | $50,070 | $24.07 | |
| Median | $59,300 | $28.51 | |
| 75th | $76,330 | $36.70 | |
| 90th | $86,260 | $41.47 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors.
| Kansas City, MO | $99,070 |
| St. Louis, MO | $56,100 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $49,430 |
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 teacher and instructor make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $28.51 ($59,300 a year).
Do teacher and instructors make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $59,300 against $66,140 nationally, 10% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $55,870, so Springfield pays 6% more.
Where does Springfield rank for teacher and instructor pay?
144 of 244 metro areas with data.
How much does a teacher and instructor make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $33,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $86,260 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.