Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Salary in Southeast Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,530 -21.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.37
10th percentile $27,160
90th percentile $67,340
Employed locally 50
National median $59,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,160
    25th
    $27,170
    50th (median)
    $46,530
    75th
    $53,990
    90th
    $67,340

    Top-paying metros for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Portland-South Portland, ME $127,160
    Maine $127,160
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $81,120
    Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA $80,370
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $79,770
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $79,070

    Related occupations in Southeast Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $59,680
    Human Resources Specialists $59,030
    Loan Officers $76,650
    Compliance Officers $41,480
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $64,190
    Project Management Specialists $77,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners make per hour in Southeast Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in Southeast Missouri is $22.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.37 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Missouri above or below average for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners salaries?

    The median Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners salary in Southeast Missouri is 21.7% below the national median of $59,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners (10th percentile) earn around $27,160 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,170.