Loan Officers pay in St. Louis
In St. Louis (MO), the median pay for loan officers is $35.82 an hour ($74,510 a year). About 2,690 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($76,690). It is about the same as the Missouri median ($73,660).
Pay range for loan officers in St. Louis (MO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.45 | $38,370 |
| 25% of workers | $24.83 | $51,640 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.82 | $74,510 |
| 75% of workers | $48.77 | $101,430 |
| 90% of workers | $71.64 | $149,000 |
Loan Officers pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $82,330 | 2,180 |
| Columbia | $81,850 | 450 |
| Cape Girardeau | $76,400 | 70 |
| Springfield | $76,040 | 480 |
| St. Louis (this page) | $74,510 | 2,690 |
| Joplin | $70,170 | 140 |
| Jefferson City | $64,430 | 270 |
| St. Joseph | $63,080 | 80 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for loan officers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1.1% over ten years, little or no change · about 17,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in St. Louis (MO)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Financial Managers | $158,780 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $79,300 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $99,950 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $103,690 |
| Loan Interviewers and Clerks | $49,790 |
| Bill and Account Collectors | $48,310 |
| Accountants and Auditors | $78,880 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $85,240 |
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