Elevation
Highest point in Missouri
The highest point in Missouri is Taum Sauk Mountain, at 1,772 feet (540 meters) above sea level. It ranks 41st among the 50 state high points.
From Saint Francis River at southern Arkansas border to Taum Sauk Mountain
Missouri spans about 1,542 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 1.62 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 209 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Missouri · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Missouri
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield, MO | 1,299 | 396 |
| Joplin, MO | 1,004 | 306 |
| Kansas City, MO | 899 | 274 |
| Branson, MO | 778 | 237 |
| Columbia, MO | 705 | 215 |
| Jefferson City, MO | 630 | 192 |
| St. Louis, MO | 466 | 142 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Missouri?
The highest point in Missouri is Taum Sauk Mountain, at 1,772 feet (540 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 41st highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Missouri?
The lowest point is Saint Francis River at southern Arkansas border, at 230 ft.
What is the average elevation of Missouri?
The mean elevation of Missouri is about 801 feet (244 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Taum Sauk Mountain?
On a standard day about 28.05 inHg (950 hPa), 94% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 209 °F (98 °C).