Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Missouri | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $56,590 | $66,997 | -16% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.21 | $32.21 | -16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $62,324.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in Missouri is $56,590, or about $27.21 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. Missouri is -16% below the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in Missouri typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,300 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $56,590, Missouri offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.