Mississippi wages
South region · all-occupation average · gross annual wage · BLS OEWS May 2024
Across all occupations, Mississippi has a median annual wage of $39,070 and a mean of $49,740 (BLS OEWS, May 2024) — -21.1% versus the $49,500 US median. That makes it #51 of 51 states by mean wage. About 1,159,710 people are employed here. The highest-paying tracked job in Mississippi is General Internal Medicine Physicians ($239,200+ median). Wages are gross (pre-tax) and vary by employer and experience.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Common jobs in Mississippi: pay vs the US
Median annual wage in Mississippi for widely-searched occupations, next to the national median:
| Occupation | Mississippi median | US median | Mississippi jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developers | $86,460 | $133,080 | 3,200 |
| Registered Nurses | $74,470 | $93,600 | 29,400 |
| Electricians | $57,300 | $62,350 | 5,650 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $50,700 | $57,440 | 25,490 |
| Accountants and Auditors | $64,170 | $81,680 | 6,940 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $48,440 | $62,340 | 11,680 |
| Lawyers | $92,610 | $151,160 | 3,200 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $57,960 | $62,970 | 3,050 |
| Pharmacists | $132,420 | $137,480 | 3,060 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $45,610 | $76,290 | 7,590 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Software Developers · Registered Nurses · Electricians · Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers · Accountants and Auditors · Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education · Lawyers · Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters · Pharmacists · Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Highest-paying tracked jobs in Mississippi
The best-paid of the 124 curated occupations in Mississippi, by median wage:
| # | Occupation | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | $239,200+ | $285,170 |
| 2 | Family Medicine Physicians | $231,580 | $261,520 |
| 3 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $136,010 | $135,210 |
| 4 | Pharmacists | $132,420 | $127,530 |
| 5 | Dentists, General | $128,570 | $143,020 |
| 6 | Nurse Practitioners | $119,290 | $122,930 |
| 7 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $117,350 | $126,210 |
| 8 | Computer and Information Research Scientists | $108,560 | $111,360 |
| 9 | Financial Managers | $105,970 | $123,590 |
| 10 | Physician Assistants | $104,570 | $98,270 |
| 11 | Civil Engineers | $103,940 | $115,570 |
| 12 | Human Resources Managers | $103,150 | $124,030 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average wage in Mississippi?
The median annual wage across all occupations in Mississippi is $39,070 and the mean is $49,740 (BLS OEWS, May 2024), which is -21.1% versus the US median of $49,500. Mississippi ranks #51 of 51 states by mean wage.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Mississippi?
Among tracked occupations, the highest-paying in Mississippi include General Internal Medicine Physicians ($239,200+), Family Medicine Physicians ($231,580), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($136,010). See the full list on this page.
Are Mississippi wages before or after tax?
These are gross wages from the BLS OEWS survey, before income and payroll tax. Mississippi's state income tax (if any), federal tax and deductions reduce take-home pay. Use a paycheck calculator for after-tax figures.
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Sources & accuracy
Wages: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024, gross annual wages, U.S. public domain, retrieved June 2026. These are statewide survey estimates before tax; pay varies by metro, employer and experience, and cost of living differs widely within Mississippi. Information only, not financial advice. See our methodology.
Last updated: 2026-06-20