Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Missouri | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $130,680 | $149,469 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $62.83 | $71.86 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $143,921.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $123,500 | $71,250 | $156,750 | 91 |
The median annual salary for a HR Manager in Missouri is $130,680, or about $62.83 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HR Managers is $149,469. Missouri is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level hr managers in Missouri typically earn from $71,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,510 hr manager jobs on record and a median salary of $130,680, Missouri offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.