SOC 29-1229 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Physicians, All Other — North Missouri
North Missouri nonmetropolitan area · 8 metro areas compared
At $276,670, median pay for Physicians, All Other in North Missouri, MO tracks the national median of $265,930 closely.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $276,670, median pay for Physicians, All Other in North Missouri, MO tracks the national median of $265,930 closely. Pay ranges from under $58,920 at the tenth percentile to more than $458,770 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $90,050 to $375,920.
Employment stands at 130, or 1.2 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Joplin records the highest median at $324,090. Of the 320 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 2nd.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,920 | −77.8% |
| 25th | $90,050 | −66.1% |
| Median (50th) | $276,670 | +4.0% |
| 75th | $375,920 | +41.4% |
| 90th | $458,770 | +72.5% |
| Mean | $261,200 | −1.8% |
Other metro areas in Missouri
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joplin | $324,090 | 120 | |
| 2 | Columbia | $312,080 | 190 | |
| 3 | Springfield | $300,000 | 120 | |
| 4 | St. Louis | $246,440 | 2,470 | |
| 5 | Cape Girardeau | $239,200 | 80 | |
| 6 | Jefferson City | $220,460 | 50 | |
| 7 | St. Joseph | $217,670 | 60 | |
| 8 | Kansas City | $126,260 | 3,310 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in North Missouri run 9.2% below the national average, so the median of $276,670 goes as far as $304,703 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 14.6% above the national median in real terms.
Published median
$276,670as reported by BLSLocal price level
90.8US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$304,703US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $276,670 a year, 4.0% above the national median.
- Published pay spans $58,920 to $458,770 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 130 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Joplin, at $324,090.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Physicians, All Other in North Missouri, MO?
The median annual wage is $276,670, or $133.01 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 $265,930, so pay in North Missouri, MO is 4.0% higher. 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 North Missouri, MO earns more than $458,770 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $58,920 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 Joplin, at $324,090 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 130 jobs in this occupation in North 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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