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Industrial Ecologists in Missouri

Industrial ecologists apply natural ecosystem principles to design more efficient manufacturing and production systems. They analyze how industries use resources and generate waste, then recommend improvements that reduce environmental impact while maintaining economic viability In Missouri the median pay is $61,050 a year, 26% below the national median of $82,220.

$61,050median pay in Missouri, per year
$55,000–$72,880middle half earn
1,380employed in Missouri
$82,220U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold a master’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingSpeakingCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingSystems Analysis

Knowledge areas

Mathematics (knowledge)Engineering and TechnologyChemistryComputers and ElectronicsPhysicsEnglish Language

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O*NET-SOC 19-2041.03. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Missouri, annual.