How much does a construction laborer make in Mississippi?
$37,710a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Mississippi. That is $18.13 an hour or $3,143 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.13
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,370Median: $37,710Highest 10%: $52,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,370 | $14.12 | |
| 25th | $33,790 | $16.25 | |
| Median | $37,710 | $18.13 | |
| 75th | $45,790 | $22.01 | |
| 90th | $52,640 | $25.31 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $44,810 |
| Gulfport, MS | $38,880 |
| Jackson, MS | $37,850 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $35,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 46. Georgia | $38,990 |
| 47. New Mexico | $38,400 |
| 48. Louisiana | $38,230 |
| 49. Mississippi | $37,710 |
| 50. Arkansas | $37,630 |
| 51. Alabama | $36,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $18.13 ($37,710 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $37,710 against $47,120 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for construction laborer pay?
Mississippi ranks 49 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays construction laborers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $44,810 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.