Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary Guide: Missouri
Average Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary
$49.97/hour
The average salary for a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Missouri is $49.97 per hour. This is 7% lower than the US average of $53.24.
Last updated on October 26, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages
$49.97/hour
Missouri
7% lower than the US average.
$53.24/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses?
Only Saint Louis, Missouri reports pay data for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses, averaging $51 per hour. Saint Louis, Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Missouri average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Saint Louis, Missouri pays 3% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $51 | $62 |
How does the pay for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses in Missouri compare to nearby states?
Only Tennessee reports pay data for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses, averaging $41 per hour. Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Missouri average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Tennessee pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | $41 | $53 |
Last updated on October 26, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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