How much does a compensation make in Mississippi?
$51,670a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Mississippi. That is $24.84 an hour or $4,306 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.84
- Vs. national median
- -34%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,840Median: $51,670Highest 10%: $83,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,840 | $17.71 | |
| 25th | $40,140 | $19.30 | |
| Median | $51,670 | $24.84 | |
| 75th | $75,430 | $36.26 | |
| 90th | $83,920 | $40.35 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $76,630 |
| Gulfport, MS | $58,430 |
| Jackson, MS | $49,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 46. Arkansas | $61,280 |
| 47. Alabama | $57,710 |
| 48. Utah | $52,090 |
| 49. Mississippi | $51,670 |
| 50. West Virginia | $48,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $24.84 ($51,670 a year).
Do compensations make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $51,670 against $78,210 nationally, 34% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for compensation pay?
Mississippi ranks 49 of 50 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays compensations the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $76,630 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.