How much does a geoscientist make in Mississippi?
$112,400a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Mississippi. That is $54.04 an hour or $9,367 a month.
- Hourly
- $54.04
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,970Median: $112,400Highest 10%: $161,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,970 | $34.12 | |
| 25th | $91,560 | $44.02 | |
| Median | $112,400 | $54.04 | |
| 75th | $137,000 | $65.86 | |
| 90th | $161,900 | $77.83 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Gulfport, MS | $122,100 |
| Jackson, MS | $80,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 2. Rhode Island | $121,000 |
| 3. Oklahoma | $120,000 |
| 4. Colorado | $114,400 |
| 5. Mississippi | $112,400 |
| 6. Maryland | $110,500 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $108,200 |
| 8. Alaska | $107,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $54.04 ($112,400 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Mississippi than the national average?
Yes: $112,400 against $101,900 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Mississippi rank for geoscientist pay?
Mississippi ranks 5 of 50 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays geoscientists the most?
Gulfport-Biloxi, MS, with a median of $122,100 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.