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Robotics Engineer Salary in Columbia, Missouri

The median robotics engineer salary in Columbia, MO is $88,176 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 0.0% above the Missouri state average.

City Median
$88,176
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-12,024
Cost of Living
88%

Robotics Engineer Salary in Columbia by Experience

In Columbia, an entry-level robotics engineer earns around $57,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $139,040 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,200
$-7,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$89,760
$-12,240 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$139,040
$-18,960 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbia, MO

Percentile Columbia
10th Percentile $54,560
25th Percentile $70,400
Median (50th) $88,176
75th Percentile $116,160
90th Percentile $145,200

Robotics Engineer Salary in Other Missouri Cities

Kansas City, MO
$92,184
Pop. 508,090
Saint Louis, MO
$90,180
Pop. 301,578
Independence, MO
$85,170
Pop. 123,011
Springfield, MO
$82,164
Pop. 169,176

How to Become a Robotics Engineer in Columbia

Education

Most robotics engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Columbia and the surrounding Missouri area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

ROSC++/PythonControl SystemsCADSensors/ActuatorsMachine Learning

Job Outlook

Nationally, robotics engineer employment is projected to grow 9% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Columbia may vary based on local industry and population growth.