How much does a healthcare support worker make in Jackson?
$37,800a year
Median yearly pay for healthcare support workers in the Jackson, MS metro area. That is $18.17 an hour or $3,150 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.17
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among cities
- 240 of 282
- Jobs in the area
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,360Median: $37,800Highest 10%: $61,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,360 | $14.12 | |
| 25th | $31,270 | $15.03 | |
| Median | $37,800 | $18.17 | |
| 75th | $52,420 | $25.20 | |
| 90th | $61,110 | $29.38 |
Other cities in Mississippi
Median yearly pay for healthcare support workers.
| Memphis, TN | $52,440 |
| Gulfport, MS | $36,280 |
Related jobs in Jackson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $63,540 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,100 |
| Dental Assistant | $46,910 |
| Massage Therapist | $45,090 |
| Phlebotomist | $38,280 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $37,190 |
| Medical Assistant | $36,020 |
| Nursing Assistant | $32,040 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $31,560 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $28,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a healthcare support worker make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, MS metro area is $18.17 ($37,800 a year).
Do healthcare support workers make more in Jackson than the national average?
No: $37,800 against $48,430 nationally, 22% less.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Mississippi?
The median in Mississippi is $34,900, so Jackson pays 8% more.
Where does Jackson rank for healthcare support worker pay?
240 of 282 metro areas with data.
How much does a healthcare support worker make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $29,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,110 or more.
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.