How much does a protective service worker make in Mississippi?
$49,800a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in Mississippi. That is $23.94 an hour or $4,150 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.94
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,060Median: $49,800Highest 10%: $67,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,060 | $13.01 | |
| 25th | $36,840 | $17.71 | |
| Median | $49,800 | $23.94 | |
| 75th | $59,070 | $28.40 | |
| 90th | $67,200 | $32.31 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jackson, MS | $51,770 |
| Memphis, TN | $45,040 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 15. Oklahoma | $52,360 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $50,040 |
| 17. Maine | $49,940 |
| 18. Mississippi | $49,800 |
| 19. Michigan | $49,730 |
| 20. Utah | $49,610 |
| 21. Oregon | $49,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $23.94 ($49,800 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
Yes: $49,800 against $42,540 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Mississippi rank for protective service worker pay?
Mississippi ranks 18 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays protective service workers the most?
Jackson, MS, with a median of $51,770 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.