How much does a counselor make in Mississippi?
$54,090a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Mississippi. That is $26.00 an hour or $4,508 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.00
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,220Median: $54,090Highest 10%: $63,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,220 | $15.97 | |
| 25th | $44,850 | $21.56 | |
| Median | $54,090 | $26.00 | |
| 75th | $56,550 | $27.19 | |
| 90th | $63,010 | $30.29 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $49,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 18. Vermont | $56,220 |
| 19. South Carolina | $55,140 |
| 20. Texas | $54,450 |
| 21. Mississippi | $54,090 |
| 22. Connecticut | $53,310 |
| 23. North Carolina | $52,280 |
| 24. Tennessee | $51,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $26.00 ($54,090 a year).
Do counselors make more in Mississippi than the national average?
Yes: $54,090 against $50,860 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Mississippi rank for counselor pay?
Mississippi ranks 21 of 44 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays counselors the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $49,600 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.