What diagnostic medical sonographers earn in Missouri and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $98,990 | $47.59 | 730 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $100,450 | $48.30 | 660 |
| Springfield, MO | $81,490 | $39.18 | 130 |
| Joplin, MO-KS | $81,990 | $39.42 | 70 |
| Columbia, MO | $88,540 | $42.57 | 50 |
| Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $86,270 | $41.48 | 50 |
| North Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $97,270 | $46.77 | 50 |
| Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $94,860 | $45.61 | 50 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO-IL | $81,430 | $39.15 | 40 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $96,240 | $46.27 | 40 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Missouri earned a median of $100,130 a year ($48.14 an hour) in May 2025, 4% more than the national median of $96,590. The middle half earned $81,980 to $102,410.
Among areas in Missouri, pay was highest in Kansas City, MO-KS at $100,450.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.