Construction & Real Estate Missouri (MO) Rank #42 of 50

Construction Manager Salary in Missouri

The median construction manager salary in Missouri is $89,302 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $101,480.

Median Salary

$89,302

vs National

$-12,178

State Rank

#42 of 50

Cost of Living

88%

Construction Manager Salary in Missouri by Experience

In Missouri, an entry-level construction manager earns around $54,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,200 per year. The cost of living index in Missouri is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$54,560

$-7,440 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$90,640

$-12,360 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$145,200

$-19,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Missouri

Percentile	MO Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$52,800	$60,000	$-7,200
25th Percentile	$68,640	$78,000	$-9,360
Median (50th)	$89,302	$101,480	$-12,178
75th Percentile	$118,800	$135,000	$-16,200
90th Percentile	$154,000	$175,000	$-21,000

Construction Manager Salary by City in Missouri

The largest employment areas for construction managers in Missouri include Kansas City, Saint Louis, Springfield, and Columbia. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Kansas City, MO

$93,362

Pop. 508,090 · COL 92%

Saint Louis, MO

$91,332

Pop. 301,578 · COL 90%

Springfield, MO

$83,214

Pop. 169,176 · COL 82%

Columbia, MO

$89,302

Pop. 126,254 · COL 88%

Independence, MO

$86,258

Pop. 123,011 · COL 85%

How to Become a Construction Manager in Missouri

Education

Most construction manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Missouri has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Project ManagementBudgetingBlueprint ReadingBuilding CodesSchedulingContract Management

Job Outlook in Missouri

Nationally, construction manager employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Missouri's demand may vary based on local industry trends.