How much does a teaching assistant make in Springfield?
$35,950a year
Median yearly pay for teaching assistants in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $17.28 an hour or $2,996 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.28
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among cities
- 150 of 391
- Jobs in the area
- 1,430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,600Median: $35,950Highest 10%: $47,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,600 | $13.75 | |
| 25th | $28,870 | $13.88 | |
| Median | $35,950 | $17.28 | |
| 75th | $44,530 | $21.41 | |
| 90th | $47,100 | $22.64 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for teaching assistants.
| Kansas City, MO | $36,520 |
| St. Louis, MO | $36,410 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $35,500 |
| Columbia, MO | $35,270 |
| Joplin, MO | $35,050 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $30,840 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $29,070 |
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 teaching assistant make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $17.28 ($35,950 a year).
Do teaching assistants make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $35,950 against $36,780 nationally, 2% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $36,300, so Springfield pays 1% less.
Where does Springfield rank for teaching assistant pay?
150 of 391 metro areas with data.
How much does a teaching assistant make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,100 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.