How Much Workers' Comp Pays in Missouri

Temporary total disability is paid at 66 2/3% of the worker's average weekly earnings on the date of injury, up to a maximum of 105% of the state average weekly wage and not less than $40 a week, for up to 400 weeks while the disability continues. A worker who returns to lighter work at lower pay may receive temporary partial disability at 66 2/3% of the difference in earnings. A worker who receives unemployment benefits for a period cannot also receive temporary total disability for that period.

For injuries on or after July 1, 2026 (fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027), the state average weekly wage is $1,233.06 and the maximum weekly benefits are $1,294.71 for temporary total disability, permanent total disability and death, and $678.18 for permanent partial disability. The statutory minimum weekly benefit is $40.

Temporary total disability benefits are paid while the disability continues, for no more than 400 weeks. Temporary partial disability benefits are paid during the disability for no more than 100 weeks. Permanent total disability benefits are paid for the worker's lifetime, starting from the date of maximum medical improvement.

No wage-loss compensation is paid for the first three days (or less) of disability during which the employer is open for business, unless the disability lasts longer than 14 days. If it lasts longer than 14 days, the first three days are paid retroactively.

Permanent partial disability is paid at 66 2/3% of average weekly earnings, up to a lower cap of 55% of the state average weekly wage, for the number of weeks set in a schedule of losses for body parts (for example, 232 weeks for loss of an arm at the shoulder), or a proportionate number of weeks (up to 400) for other injuries; serious disfigurement of the head, neck, hands or arms can add up to 40 weeks. Disability must be certified by a physician, and an award is reduced for any portion due to a preexisting condition or aging. Permanent total disability is paid at 66 2/3% of average weekly earnings, up to 105% of the state average weekly wage, for the worker's lifetime from the date of maximum medical improvement. The Second Injury Fund may pay certain additional benefits.