Healthcare Missouri (MO) Rank #42 of 50

Registered Nurse Salary in Missouri

The median registered nurse salary in Missouri is $71,474 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $81,220.

Median Salary

$71,474

vs National

$-9,746

State Rank

#42 of 50

Cost of Living

88%

Registered Nurse Salary in Missouri by Experience

In Missouri, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $51,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $101,200 per year. The cost of living index in Missouri is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$51,040

$-6,960 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$72,160

$-9,840 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$101,200

$-13,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Missouri

Percentile	MO Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$50,512	$57,400	$-6,888
25th Percentile	$58,784	$66,800	$-8,016
Median (50th)	$71,474	$81,220	$-9,746
75th Percentile	$88,968	$101,100	$-12,132
90th Percentile	$106,304	$120,800	$-14,496

Major Cities for Registered Nurses in Missouri

The largest employment areas for registered nurses in Missouri include Kansas City, Saint Louis, Springfield, and Columbia. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Kansas City, MO