How much does a food preparation worker make in Mississippi?
$26,240a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation workers in Mississippi. That is $12.62 an hour or $2,187 a month.
- Hourly
- $12.62
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among states
- 50 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,870
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $18,790Median: $26,240Highest 10%: $36,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $18,790 | $9.03 | |
| 25th | $21,430 | $10.30 | |
| Median | $26,240 | $12.62 | |
| 75th | $30,100 | $14.47 | |
| 90th | $36,100 | $17.36 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hattiesburg, MS | $28,270 |
| Memphis, TN | $27,290 |
| Jackson, MS | $27,200 |
| Gulfport, MS | $24,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation workers.
| 47. Alabama | $27,930 |
| 48. Arkansas | $27,660 |
| 49. Kentucky | $26,850 |
| 50. Mississippi | $26,240 |
| 51. Louisiana | $23,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation worker make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $12.62 ($26,240 a year).
Do food preparation workers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $26,240 against $35,320 nationally, 26% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for food preparation worker pay?
Mississippi ranks 50 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays food preparation workers the most?
Hattiesburg, MS, with a median of $28,270 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.