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Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Missouri
Ranked #30 of 51 · MO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of preschool teachers, except special educations in Missouri earn between $29,030 and $54,610. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean preschool teachers, except special education salary in Missouri is $39,030, about 9.3% below the U.S. average ($43,030). That works out to roughly $19/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Missouri
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $39,990 | $42,960 | 130 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $37,400 | $41,010 | 1,190 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $37,020 | $40,290 | 3,680 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $35,150 | $44,450 | 90 |
| Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $34,720 | $38,970 | 230 |
| Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $34,040 | $40,020 | 270 |
| Columbia, MO | $33,990 | $38,540 | 400 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $33,190 | $34,270 | 160 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make in Missouri?
The median preschool teachers, except special education salary in Missouri is $36,090 per year (mean $39,030), and about 80% earn between $29,030 and $54,610.
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make per hour in Missouri?
Roughly $19 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $39,030 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Missouri a high-paying state for preschool teachers, except special education?
Missouri ranks #30 of 51 states for preschool teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $39,030 is about 9.3% below the U.S. average of $43,030.
Which metro areas in Missouri pay preschool teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Missouri for preschool teachers, except special education are Southwest Missouri nonmetropolitan area ($39,990), Kansas City, MO-KS ($37,400), St. Louis, MO-IL ($37,020), by median annual wage.
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