Creative & Education Missouri (MO) Rank #42 of 50

Museum Curator Salary in Missouri

The median museum curator salary in Missouri is $52,897 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $60,110.

Median Salary

$52,897

vs National

$-7,213

State Rank

#42 of 50

Cost of Living

88%

Museum Curator Salary in Missouri by Experience

In Missouri, an entry-level museum curator earns around $33,440, while experienced professionals earn up to $80,960 per year. The cost of living index in Missouri is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$33,440

$-4,560 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$54,560

$-7,440 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$80,960

$-11,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Missouri

Percentile	MO Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$30,800	$35,000	$-4,200
25th Percentile	$38,720	$44,000	$-5,280
Median (50th)	$52,897	$60,110	$-7,213
75th Percentile	$68,640	$78,000	$-9,360
90th Percentile	$86,240	$98,000	$-11,760

Museum Curator Salary by City in Missouri

The largest employment areas for museum curators 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

$55,301

Pop. 508,090 · COL 92%

Saint Louis, MO

$54,099

Pop. 301,578 · COL 90%

Springfield, MO

$49,290

Pop. 169,176 · COL 82%

Columbia, MO

$52,897

Pop. 126,254 · COL 88%

Independence, MO

$51,094

Pop. 123,011 · COL 85%

How to Become a Museum Curator in Missouri

Education

Most museum curator positions require a master's degree. Missouri has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Collection ManagementExhibition DesignArt HistoryResearchGrant WritingPublic Programming

Job Outlook in Missouri

Nationally, museum curator employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Missouri's demand may vary based on local industry trends.