SOC 33-1012 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives — Central Missouri
Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area · 8 metro areas compared
At $63,170, this is one of the lower medians recorded for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives, 40.4% beneath the national figure of $106,040.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $63,170, this is one of the lower medians recorded for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives, 40.4% beneath the national figure of $106,040. Pay ranges from under $45,740 at the tenth percentile to more than $97,020 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $58,950 to $79,650.
Employment stands at 240, or 1.6 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Jefferson City records the highest median at $102,840. Of the 371 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 95th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,740 | −56.9% |
| 25th | $58,950 | −44.4% |
| Median (50th) | $63,170 | −40.4% |
| 75th | $79,650 | −24.9% |
| 90th | $97,020 | −8.5% |
| Mean | $69,600 | −34.4% |
Other metro areas in Missouri
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson City | $102,840 | 280 | |
| 2 | St. Louis | $99,270 | 1,370 | |
| 3 | Kansas City | $97,830 | 1,380 | |
| 4 | Springfield | $85,930 | 240 | |
| 5 | Columbia | $81,340 | 90 | |
| 6 | St. Joseph | $79,200 | 90 | |
| 7 | Cape Girardeau | $75,530 | 50 | |
| 8 | Joplin | $71,630 | 90 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Central Missouri run 9.2% below the national average, so the median of $63,170 goes as far as $69,570 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 34.4% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$63,170as reported by BLSLocal price level
90.8US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$69,570US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $63,170 a year, 40.4% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $45,740 to $97,020 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 240 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Jefferson City, at $102,840.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in Central Missouri, MO?
The median annual wage is $63,170, or $30.37 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $106,040, so pay in Central Missouri, MO is 40.4% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in Central Missouri, MO earns more than $97,020 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $45,740 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Jefferson City, at $102,840 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 240 jobs in this occupation in Central Missouri, MO. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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