How much does a community health worker make in Mississippi?
$39,520a year
Median yearly pay for community health workers in Mississippi. That is $19.00 an hour or $3,293 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.00
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 50 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,930Median: $39,520Highest 10%: $70,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,930 | $14.87 | |
| 25th | $35,400 | $17.02 | |
| Median | $39,520 | $19.00 | |
| 75th | $47,440 | $22.81 | |
| 90th | $70,890 | $34.08 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jackson, MS | $41,990 |
| Memphis, TN | $40,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for community health workers.
| 47. Arkansas | $44,890 |
| 48. Alabama | $43,340 |
| 49. Tennessee | $42,310 |
| 50. Mississippi | $39,520 |
| 51. West Virginia | $37,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a community health worker make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $19.00 ($39,520 a year).
Do community health workers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $39,520 against $51,850 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for community health worker pay?
Mississippi ranks 50 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays community health workers the most?
Jackson, MS, with a median of $41,990 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.