How much does a chemical technician make in Mississippi?
$54,580a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in Mississippi. That is $26.24 an hour or $4,548 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.24
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,150Median: $54,580Highest 10%: $81,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,150 | $17.38 | |
| 25th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $54,580 | $26.24 | |
| 75th | $64,530 | $31.02 | |
| 90th | $81,690 | $39.27 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jackson, MS | $56,970 |
| Memphis, TN | $56,390 |
| Gulfport, MS | $45,750 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $43,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical technicians.
| 38. Wyoming | $56,320 |
| 39. New Mexico | $55,120 |
| 40. Tennessee | $54,840 |
| 41. Mississippi | $54,580 |
| 42. Idaho | $54,560 |
| 43. Florida | $54,050 |
| 44. Montana | $52,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $26.24 ($54,580 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $54,580 against $60,390 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for chemical technician pay?
Mississippi ranks 41 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays chemical technicians the most?
Jackson, MS, with a median of $56,970 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.