How much does an inspector make in Mississippi?
$40,670a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in Mississippi. That is $19.55 an hour or $3,389 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.55
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 50 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,840Median: $40,670Highest 10%: $65,480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,840 | $14.83 | |
| 25th | $35,610 | $17.12 | |
| Median | $40,670 | $19.55 | |
| 75th | $49,760 | $23.92 | |
| 90th | $65,480 | $31.48 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Gulfport, MS | $63,520 |
| Memphis, TN | $44,910 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $39,620 |
| Jackson, MS | $38,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for inspectors.
| 47. Idaho | $45,130 |
| 48. Arkansas | $44,570 |
| 49. Michigan | $44,490 |
| 50. Mississippi | $40,670 |
| 51. Alabama | $40,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $19.55 ($40,670 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $40,670 against $48,570 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for inspector pay?
Mississippi ranks 50 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays inspectors the most?
Gulfport-Biloxi, MS, with a median of $63,520 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.