How much does a life make in Mississippi?
$59,490a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in Mississippi. That is $28.60 an hour or $4,958 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.60
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,090Median: $59,490Highest 10%: $84,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,090 | $18.79 | |
| 25th | $46,970 | $22.58 | |
| Median | $59,490 | $28.60 | |
| 75th | $68,320 | $32.85 | |
| 90th | $84,430 | $40.59 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jackson, MS | $66,030 |
| Gulfport, MS | $62,660 |
| Memphis, TN | $59,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifes.
| 23. Oregon | $60,810 |
| 24. West Virginia | $59,750 |
| 25. Alabama | $59,500 |
| 26. Mississippi | $59,490 |
| 27. Illinois | $59,410 |
| 28. Arkansas | $59,310 |
| 29. Utah | $59,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $28.60 ($59,490 a year).
Do lifes make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $59,490 against $62,280 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for life pay?
Mississippi ranks 26 of 50 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays lifes the most?
Jackson, MS, with a median of $66,030 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.