Computer Programmers pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for computer programmers is $43.47 an hour ($90,420 a year). About 1,520 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($100,390). Missouri ranks 30th of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for computer programmers in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $26.33 | $54,760 |
| 25% of workers | $33.21 | $69,080 |
| Half of workers (median) | $43.47 | $90,420 |
| 75% of workers | $51.43 | $106,970 |
| 90% of workers | $60.86 | $126,590 |
Computer Programmers pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $101,830 | 500 |
| St. Louis | $96,920 | 660 |
| Jefferson City | $81,150 | 70 |
| Springfield | $80,640 | 90 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for computer programmers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: -7.3% over ten years, declining · about 4,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $126,120 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $101,040 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | $59,770 |
| Computer Systems Analysts | $92,060 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $80,870 |
| Computer Network Support Specialists | $72,780 |
| Computer Network Architects | $103,130 |
| Information Security Analysts | $103,440 |
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