Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Missouri | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,240 | $74,587 | -21% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.48 | $35.86 | -21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,242.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in Missouri is $59,240, or about $28.48 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. Missouri is -21% below the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in Missouri typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 24,380 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $59,240, Missouri offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.