How much does an emergency management director make in Mississippi?
$48,650a year
Median yearly pay for emergency management directors in Mississippi. That is $23.39 an hour or $4,054 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.39
- Vs. national median
- -48%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,250Median: $48,650Highest 10%: $96,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,250 | $18.39 | |
| 25th | $42,160 | $20.27 | |
| Median | $48,650 | $23.39 | |
| 75th | $70,660 | $33.97 | |
| 90th | $96,680 | $46.48 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $86,670 |
| Jackson, MS | $42,970 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for emergency management directors.
| 44. Oklahoma | $60,990 |
| 45. West Virginia | $60,460 |
| 46. Arkansas | $50,180 |
| 47. Mississippi | $48,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an emergency management director make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $23.39 ($48,650 a year).
Do emergency management directors make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $48,650 against $93,330 nationally, 48% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for emergency management director pay?
Mississippi ranks 47 of 47 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays emergency management directors the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $86,670 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.