Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for medical scientists, except epidemiologists is $49.30 an hour ($102,540 a year). About 3,650 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($103,410). Missouri ranks 13th of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical scientists, except epidemiologists in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.85 | $64,160 |
| 25% of workers | $37.87 | $78,780 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.30 | $102,540 |
| 75% of workers | $64.61 | $134,390 |
| 90% of workers | $83.41 | $173,480 |
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $103,410 | 2,560 |
| Kansas City | $81,250 | 1,320 |
| St. Joseph | $76,740 | 90 |
| Columbia | $75,870 | 30 |
| Springfield | $72,160 | 130 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for medical scientists, except epidemiologists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 to 8 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +12.6% over ten years, much faster than average · about 10,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $63,290 |
| Conservation Scientists | $63,130 |
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