How much does a therapist make in Missouri?
$60,990a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in Missouri. That is $29.32 an hour or $5,083 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.32
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,230Median: $60,990Highest 10%: $89,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,230 | $21.75 | |
| 25th | $48,990 | $23.55 | |
| Median | $60,990 | $29.32 | |
| 75th | $67,980 | $32.68 | |
| 90th | $89,070 | $42.82 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $66,980 |
| St. Louis, MO | $65,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for therapists.
| 28. Arkansas | $61,920 |
| 29. Utah | $61,770 |
| 30. Indiana | $61,720 |
| 31. Missouri | $60,990 |
| 32. North Carolina | $60,400 |
| 33. Oklahoma | $60,090 |
| 34. Wisconsin | $59,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $29.32 ($60,990 a year).
Do therapists make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $60,990 against $77,930 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Missouri rank for therapist pay?
Missouri ranks 31 of 41 states.
Which city in Missouri pays therapists the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $66,980 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.