Bridge and Lock Tenders Salary in Missouri
Bridge and Lock Tenders in Missouri earn a median of $74,110 a year, +28% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $74,110
- vs. U.S. median
- +28% ($57,700)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range in Missouri
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $63,360; the top 10% earn over $78,460. Nationally the range is $28,090 to $75,360.
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Bridge and Lock Tenders pay in Missouri
How much do bridge and lock tenders make in Missouri?
The median is $74,110 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $63,360 and the top 10% earn over $78,460. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Missouri a good state for bridge and lock tenders?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 23 (+28% vs. the national median of $57,700). Living costs are not included.