PSRS/PEERS News Archive

PSRS/PEERS has been named one of Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management

PSRS/PEERS Named a “Best Place to Work in Money Management” for Third Year

For the third consecutive year, the Public School and Education Employee Retirement Systems of Missouri (PSRS/PEERS) has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Money Management” by Pensions & Investments (P&I).

PSRS and PEERS once again received teh Public Pension Standards Award for Funding and Administration

PSRS and PEERS Honored with National Awards for Excellence in Funding and Administration

Once again, the Public School and Education Employee Retirement Systems of Missouri (PSRS/PEERS) have earned national recognition for outstanding work. The Public Pension Coordination Council (PPCC) has honored both systems with the 2025 Public Pension Standards Award for Funding and Administration.

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Understanding Your PSRS/PEERS Membership Status

From the moment you begin working in a covered position to the day you retire and beyond, your status helps determine which benefits you're eligible for and the actions you may need to take.

PSRS member contribution rate = 14.5%, employer rate = 14.5%, combined rate = 29%; PEERS member contribution rate = 6.86%, employer rate = 6.86%, combined rate = 13.72%

Contribution Rates Will Stay the Same for 2026-2027

PSRS and PEERS contribution rates will remain unchanged for the 2026-2027 school year (July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027). The PSRS/PEERS Board of Trustees made this decision at the November board meeting.