Clinical and Counseling Psychologists pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for clinical and counseling psychologists is $47.79 an hour ($99,410 a year). About 840 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($100,580). Missouri ranks 20th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for clinical and counseling psychologists in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.00 | $45,770 |
| 25% of workers | $31.86 | $66,280 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.79 | $99,410 |
| 75% of workers | $58.80 | $122,290 |
| 90% of workers | $68.18 | $141,810 |
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson City | $116,670 | 60 |
| St. Louis | $101,250 | 410 |
| Kansas City | $98,110 | 310 |
| Columbia | $82,020 | 90 |
| Springfield | $77,860 | 120 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for clinical and counseling psychologists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +11.7% over ten years, much faster than average · about 4,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| School Psychologists | $70,290 |
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