Physicists Salary in Missouri
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Missouri
Physicists in Missouri earn a median salary of $160,825 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -3.3% vs the national median of $166,290. An estimated 90 physicists are employed across Missouri, with salaries ranging from $141,200 to $180,450 depending on location.
$160,825
Avg median salary in Missouri
$180,450
Highest paying metro
$141,200
Lowest paying metro
90
Employed in Missouri
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Physicists salaries by city in Missouri
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $180,450 | $98,830 | $215,680 | 50 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $141,200 | $106,440 | $227,810 | 40 |