May 2025 BLS data
Registered Nurse salary in Missouri
The median registered nurse in Missouri earns $81,780/year ($39.32/hr) — 16% below the national median.
Median pay
$81,780/yr
Hourly median
$39.32/hr
State rank
#40 of 51
Employed
76,310
Registered Nurse pay percentiles in Missouri
| Percentile | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $30.40 | $63,230 |
| 25th percentile | $36.56 | $76,050 |
| Median (50th) | $39.32 | $81,780 |
| 75th percentile | $47.39 | $98,560 |
| 90th percentile | $50.19 | $104,390 |
The spread is large: top-decile registered nurses in Missouri out-earn the bottom decile by $19.79/hour — experience, certifications, and setting drive most of that gap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
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What do people in your role actually earn?
Registered Nurses in Missouri earn
$30.40–$50.19 /hour
Median $81,780/year · 76,310 employed
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025
Nearby states compared
- Illinois$95,990/yr
- Nebraska$84,730/yr
- Oklahoma$82,920/yr
- Tennessee$81,500/yr
- Kentucky$81,040/yr
- Kansas$79,320/yr
- Arkansas$78,940/yr
- Iowa$78,630/yr
Top-paying states for registered nurses
- 1. California$140,270/yr
- 2. Hawaii$136,320/yr
- 3. Oregon$129,010/yr
- 4. Washington$124,200/yr
- 5. Alaska$109,480/yr
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Registered Nurse salaries in every stateFrequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Missouri?
The median registered nurse in Missouri earns $81,780 per year, or $39.32 per hour, according to May 2025 BLS data. Most earn between $63,230 (10th percentile) and $104,390 (90th percentile).
What is a good registered nurse salary in Missouri?
Top-quartile registered nurses in Missouri earn $98,560 or more per year ($47.39/hr). Reaching that range typically comes from experience, certifications, and higher-paying settings.
How does Missouri compare to other states for registered nurses?
Missouri ranks #40 of 51 states, with a median 16% below the national median of $97,550.
What do entry-level registered nurses earn in Missouri?
Entry-level pay typically falls near the 10th–25th percentile: $63,230–$76,050 per year ($30.40–$36.56/hr) in Missouri.