Psychiatrist Salary in Missouri
Based on 240+ workers in Missouri
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (MO)
$312,680
$150.33/hr
vs National Average
$257,685
+21.3% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$122K – $645K
240 employed in Missouri
Salary Distribution — Psychiatrist in Missouri
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $122,240 |
| 25th percentile | $260,600 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $312,680 |
| 75th percentile | $466,780 |
| 90th percentile | $644,800 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychiatrist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychiatrists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychiatrists in Missouri tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $305,530 | 3K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $300,030 | 90 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $286,770 | 23K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $280,010 | 70 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $188,090 | 240 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychiatrist in Missouri vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Missouri) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $312,680 |
| 2026 (projected) | $322,060 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Missouri Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $312,680 | $257,685 |
| 2026 (projected) | $322,060 | $265,416 |
Psychiatrist Salary by Experience Level in Missouri
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $260,600 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $312,680 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $466,780 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $644,800 |
Psychiatrist Salary in Other States
Related Psychiatrist Salaries in Missouri
How other high-demand occupations in Missouri compare to Psychiatrist ($312,680 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychiatrist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in MO | $648,070 | +107.3% | $311.57/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in MO | $456,280 | +45.9% | $219.37/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in MO | $242,630 | -22.4% | $116.65/hr |
| Pediatrician in MO | $223,910 | -28.4% | $107.65/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in MO | $216,570 | -30.7% | $104.12/hr |
| Dentist in MO | $204,960 | -34.5% | $98.54/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in MO | $171,180 | -45.3% | $82.30/hr |
| Pharmacist in MO | $137,610 | -56.0% | $66.16/hr |
| Physician Assistant in MO | $135,130 | -56.8% | $64.97/hr |
| Optometrist in MO | $133,810 | -57.2% | $64.33/hr |
| Nurse Midwife in MO | $130,220 | -58.4% | $62.61/hr |
| Podiatrist in MO | $129,950 | -58.4% | $62.48/hr |