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Registered Nurses Salary in Missouri
Ranked #41 of 51 · MO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of registered nursess in Missouri earn between $63,230 and $104,390. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean registered nurses salary in Missouri is $85,900, about 15.3% below the U.S. average ($101,420). That works out to roughly $41/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Missouri
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson City, MO | $85,010 | $92,700 | 1,910 |
| Columbia, MO | $84,330 | $85,120 | 3,680 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $83,180 | $88,310 | 35,200 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $83,040 | $87,740 | 29,650 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO-IL | $82,640 | $86,160 | 1,470 |
| Southwest Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $79,660 | $80,020 | 1,270 |
| Springfield, MO | $79,370 | $81,080 | 6,820 |
| Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $78,810 | $78,650 | 2,800 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do registered nurses make in Missouri?
The median registered nurses salary in Missouri is $81,780 per year (mean $85,900), and about 80% earn between $63,230 and $104,390.
How much do registered nurses make per hour in Missouri?
Roughly $41 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $85,900 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Missouri a high-paying state for registered nurses?
Missouri ranks #41 of 51 states for registered nurses pay. Its mean salary of $85,900 is about 15.3% below the U.S. average of $101,420.
Which metro areas in Missouri pay registered nurses the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Missouri for registered nurses are Jefferson City, MO ($85,010), Columbia, MO ($84,330), St. Louis, MO-IL ($83,180), by median annual wage.