How much does a physics teacher make in Mississippi?
$71,160a year
Median yearly pay for physics teachers in Mississippi. That is $34.21 an hour or $5,930 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.21
- Vs. national median
- -29%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,370Median: $71,160Highest 10%: $121,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,370 | $27.58 | |
| 25th | $60,880 | $29.27 | |
| Median | $71,160 | $34.21 | |
| 75th | $103,700 | $49.84 | |
| 90th | $121,300 | $58.32 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $80,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physics teachers.
| 42. Tennessee | $80,630 |
| 43. Kentucky | $80,270 |
| 44. Florida | $74,050 |
| 45. Mississippi | $71,160 |
| 46. Arizona | $65,730 |
| 47. Arkansas | $64,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physics teacher make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $34.21 ($71,160 a year).
Do physics teachers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $71,160 against $100,300 nationally, 29% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for physics teacher pay?
Mississippi ranks 45 of 47 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays physics teachers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $80,630 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.