How much does a plant and system operator make in Mississippi?
$65,080a year
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators in Mississippi. That is $31.29 an hour or $5,423 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.29
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,440Median: $65,080Highest 10%: $93,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,440 | $24.73 | |
| 25th | $60,110 | $28.90 | |
| Median | $65,080 | $31.29 | |
| 75th | $84,880 | $40.81 | |
| 90th | $93,840 | $45.12 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Gulfport, MS | $77,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plant and system operators.
| 19. Connecticut | $68,950 |
| 20. Utah | $67,910 |
| 21. Wyoming | $66,770 |
| 22. Mississippi | $65,080 |
| 23. Michigan | $64,690 |
| 24. Ohio | $64,140 |
| 25. New Hampshire | $64,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plant and system operator make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $31.29 ($65,080 a year).
Do plant and system operators make more in Mississippi than the national average?
Yes: $65,080 against $62,470 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Mississippi rank for plant and system operator pay?
Mississippi ranks 22 of 44 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays plant and system operators the most?
Gulfport-Biloxi, MS, with a median of $77,290 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.