As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Tree Climber in Independence, MO is $33,710, equivalent to $16 per hour, $648 weekly, or $2,809 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Tree Climber in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Tree Climber in Independence, MO vary widely, spanning from $28,155 to $40,053. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,803) and 75th percentile ($37,030), while top earners (90th percentile) make $40,053 per year. This $6,227 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Painting, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Independence Tree Climber often earn 2.5% lower than national averages. However, Independence currently ranks 456 statewide for Tree Climber job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Tree Climber Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Tree Climber Salary $28,155 Independence, MO February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Tree Climber Salary $30,803 Independence, MO February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Tree Climber Salary $33,710 Independence, MO February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Tree Climber Salary $37,030 Independence, MO February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Tree Climber Salary $40,053 Independence, MO February 01, 2026
25% $30,803 10% $28,155 90% $40,053 75% $37,030 $33,710 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Independence, Missouri    Independence is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. It lies within Jackson County, of which it is the county seat. Independence is....More

Independence, Missouri  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago

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