Geographer Salary in Missouri (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Geographers in Missouri, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Missouri Median
$102,040
per year
Hourly Rate
$49.06
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+0% vs US median
US median $102,040
State Rank
#5 of 7
40 employed here

How much does a Geographer make in Missouri?

Geographers in Missouri take home a median of $102,040 annually — roughly $49.06 an hour — which runs 0% above the national median of $102,040.

Within Missouri, entry-level pay starts around $75,800 while the top 10% make $126,440 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $83,390 and $115,920 a year.

Geographer salary range in Missouri

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$75,800$36.44
25th percentile (early career)$83,390$40.09
50th percentile (median)$102,040$49.06
75th percentile (experienced)$115,920$55.73
90th percentile (top earners)$126,440$60.79

How Missouri compares

Missouri ranks 5th out of 7 states and territories for Geographer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Maryland$114,920
2California$114,460
3Washington$112,260
4Virginia$108,020
5Missouri$102,040

Working as a Geographer in Missouri

Nationally, about 1,000 people work as Geographers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Missouri pay ($102,040) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Geographer make in Missouri?
The median Geographer salary in Missouri is $102,040 per year, or about $49.06 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $75,800 at the entry level to $126,440 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Missouri pay compare to the national average?
Missouri pays Geographers about 0% more than the national median of $102,040. Missouri ranks 5th out of 7 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Missouri a good state for Geographers?
Yes on pay — Missouri pays above the national median for this occupation, at $102,040 a year. About 40 Geographers are employed in Missouri. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Missouri?
The highest-paying occupations in Missouri include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($842,800), Cardiologist ($648,070), Emergency Medicine Physician ($456,280), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.