Media & Communications Missouri (MO) Rank #42 of 50

Journalist Salary in Missouri

The median journalist salary in Missouri is $49,245 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $55,960.

Median Salary

$49,245

vs National

$-6,715

State Rank

#42 of 50

Cost of Living

88%

Journalist Salary in Missouri by Experience

In Missouri, an entry-level journalist earns around $30,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $88,000 per year. The cost of living index in Missouri is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$30,800

$-4,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$51,040

$-6,960 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$88,000

$-12,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Missouri

Percentile	MO Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$28,160	$32,000	$-3,840
25th Percentile	$35,200	$40,000	$-4,800
Median (50th)	$49,245	$55,960	$-6,715
75th Percentile	$68,640	$78,000	$-9,360
90th Percentile	$96,800	$110,000	$-13,200

Journalist Salary by City in Missouri

The largest employment areas for journalists 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

$51,483

Pop. 508,090 · COL 92%

Saint Louis, MO

$50,364

Pop. 301,578 · COL 90%

Springfield, MO

$45,887

Pop. 169,176 · COL 82%

Columbia, MO

$49,245

Pop. 126,254 · COL 88%