Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Missouri | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,040 | $67,290 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.90 | $32.35 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $63,921.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in Missouri is $58,040, or about $27.90 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. Missouri is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in Missouri typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,890 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $58,040, Missouri offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.