Salary Report for Missouri Nurse Practitioners
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Compare Missouri to U.S.
Missouri Nurse Practitioners earn an average of $103,490 which is 12% less than the national average salary of $118,040.
| Type | Missouri | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $49.76 | $56.75 | -12.32% |
| Average Annual Salary | $103,490 | $118,040 | -12.33% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Missouri, 50% of Nurse Practitioners earn between $95,830 and $121,070 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn more than $129,510, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Practitioners.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn under $61,820, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Practitioners.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 694 | Under $61,820 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 1,041 | $61,820 – $95,830 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 1,735 | $95,830 – $101,180 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 1,735 | $101,180 – $121,070 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 1,041 | $101,180 – $129,510 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 694 | Above $129,510 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Practitioners in Missouri nurses earn about $111,893 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $118,040.
Cost-of-living in Missouri is 8% less than the national average, which means Missouri residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
More cost-of-living reports for U.S. States.
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $103,490, Missouri Nurse Practitioners tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($192,320).
However, Nurse Practitioners tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($29,520), LPNs ($46,010), Registered Nurses ($67,790), Nursing Instructors ($68,540), and Nurse Midwives ($88,970).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $192,320 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $103,490 |
| Nurse Midwives | $88,970 |
| Nursing Instructors | $68,540 |
| Registered Nurses | $67,790 |
| LPNs | $46,010 |
| Nursing Assistants | $29,520 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Missouri the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (78,130), Nursing Assistants (36,460) and LPNs (15,340).
The three professions in Missouri needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (47.5%), Nursing Instructors (24.6%) and Nurse Midwives (16.7%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 73,330 | 78,130 | 6.5% | 4,410 |
| Nursing Assistants | 35,050 | 36,460 | 4% | 4,450 |
| LPNs | 14,830 | 15,340 | 3.4% | 1,190 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 6,380 | 9,410 | 47.5% | 720 |
| Nursing Instructors | 1,340 | 1,670 | 24.6% | 170 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 810 | 900 | 11.1% | 50 |
| Nurse Midwives | 60 | 70 | 16.7% | 0 |
Salaries Ranked by Missouri Cities
The average salary for Nurse Practitioners in Missouri is $103,490. The top cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the most are Springfield ($99,820), Columbia ($97,270) and Southwest Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area ($95,060).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the highest average annual salary are Central Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area ($124,549), Kansas City ($119,018) and St. Joseph ($118,305).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Practitioners in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Practitioners salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $112,710 | $119,018 | $6,308 |
| Central Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area | $107,000 | $124,549 | $17,549 |
| Cape Girardeau | $105,620 | $118,024 | $12,404 |
| St. Louis | $105,390 | $110,114 | $4,724 |
| St. Joseph | $105,280 | $118,305 | $13,025 |
| Joplin | $101,600 | $116,114 | $14,514 |
| Southeast Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area | $100,380 | $116,843 | $16,463 |
| Jefferson City | $100,010 | $112,497 | $12,487 |
| Springfield | $99,820 | $110,985 | $11,165 |
| Columbia | $97,270 | $105,202 | $7,932 |
| Southwest Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area | $95,060 | $110,651 | $15,591 |
| North Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area | $92,860 | $108,090 | $15,230 |
Salary FAQ for Missouri Nurse Practitioners
City and Rural Summaries
Cape Girardeau
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $105,620
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $118,024
Hourly Wage: $50.78
Currently Employed: 170
Cost-of-Living Index: 89.49
Cape Girardeau Salary Report
Central Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $107,000
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $124,549
Hourly Wage: $51
Currently Employed: 230
Cost-of-Living Index: 85.91
Central Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Columbia
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $97,270
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $105,202
Hourly Wage: $46.76
Currently Employed: 240
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.46
Columbia Salary Report
Jefferson City
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $100,010
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $112,497
Hourly Wage: $48
Currently Employed: 120
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.90
Jefferson City Salary Report
Joplin
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $101,600
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $116,114
Hourly Wage: $48.85
Currently Employed: 170
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.50
Joplin Salary Report
Kansas City
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $112,710
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $119,018
Hourly Wage: $54
Currently Employed: 2,620
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.70
Kansas City Salary Report
North Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $92,860
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $108,090
Hourly Wage: $44.64
Currently Employed: 200
Cost-of-Living Index: 85.91
North Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Southeast Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $100,380
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $116,843
Hourly Wage: $48
Currently Employed: 320
Cost-of-Living Index: 85.91
Southeast Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Southwest Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $95,060
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $110,651
Hourly Wage: $45.70
Currently Employed: 160
Cost-of-Living Index: 85.91
Southwest Missouri Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Springfield
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $99,820
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $110,985
Hourly Wage: $48
Currently Employed: 410
Cost-of-Living Index: 89.94
Springfield Salary Report
St. Joseph
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $105,280
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $118,305
Hourly Wage: $50.62
Currently Employed: 130
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.99
St. Joseph Salary Report
St. Louis
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $105,390
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $110,114
Hourly Wage: $51
Currently Employed: 3,090
Cost-of-Living Index: 95.71
St. Louis Salary Report
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