How much does an architect make in Mississippi?
$80,870a year
Median yearly pay for architects in Mississippi. That is $38.88 an hour or $6,739 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.88
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,860Median: $80,870Highest 10%: $164,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,860 | $25.89 | |
| 25th | $67,410 | $32.41 | |
| Median | $80,870 | $38.88 | |
| 75th | $114,200 | $54.89 | |
| 90th | $164,000 | $78.83 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Gulfport, MS | $101,700 |
| Memphis, TN | $93,970 |
| Jackson, MS | $81,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for architects.
| 44. Kansas | $85,490 |
| 45. Vermont | $82,400 |
| 46. Illinois | $81,780 |
| 47. Mississippi | $80,870 |
| 48. Louisiana | $79,580 |
| 49. Maine | $78,600 |
| 50. Arkansas | $78,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an architect make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $38.88 ($80,870 a year).
Do architects make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $80,870 against $99,280 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for architect pay?
Mississippi ranks 47 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays architects the most?
Gulfport-Biloxi, MS, with a median of $101,700 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.