Healthcare Missouri (MO) Rank #42 of 50

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary in Missouri

The median emergency medicine physician salary in Missouri is $272,800 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $310,000.

Median Salary
$272,800
vs National
$-37,200
State Rank
#42 of 50
Cost of Living
88%

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary in Missouri by Experience

In Missouri, an entry-level emergency medicine physician earns around $162,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $404,800 per year. The cost of living index in Missouri is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$162,800
$-22,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$277,200
$-37,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$404,800
$-55,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Missouri

Percentile MO Salary
10th Percentile $158,400
25th Percentile $211,200
Median (50th) $272,800
75th Percentile $352,000
90th Percentile $418,000

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary by City in Missouri

The largest employment areas for emergency medicine physicians 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
$285,200
Pop. 508,090 · COL 92%
Saint Louis, MO
$279,000
Pop. 301,578 · COL 90%
Springfield, MO
$254,200
Pop. 169,176 · COL 82%
Columbia, MO
$272,800
Pop. 126,254 · COL 88%
Independence, MO
$263,500
Pop. 123,011 · COL 85%

How to Become a Emergency Medicine Physician in Missouri

Education

Most emergency medicine physician positions require a doctoral degree. Missouri has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Emergency MedicineTrauma CareTriageCritical CareProceduresDecision Making

Job Outlook in Missouri

Nationally, emergency medicine physician employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Missouri's demand may vary based on local industry trends.