How much does a psychology teacher make in Jackson?
$61,570a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in the Jackson, MS metro area. That is $29.60 an hour or $5,131 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.60
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among cities
- 131 of 136
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,490Median: $61,570Highest 10%: $79,770
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,490 | $23.79 | |
| 25th | $60,110 | $28.90 | |
| Median | $61,570 | $29.60 | |
| 75th | $74,780 | $35.95 | |
| 90th | $79,770 | $38.35 |
Other cities in Mississippi
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers.
| Memphis, TN | $76,190 |
Related jobs in Jackson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $175,100 |
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $83,120 |
| Business Teacher | $77,690 |
| Teacher and Instructor | $75,720 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $63,790 |
| Social Work Teacher | $63,680 |
| Education Teacher | $62,440 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $62,060 |
| Art | $61,650 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $61,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, MS metro area is $29.60 ($61,570 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Jackson than the national average?
No: $61,570 against $80,340 nationally, 23% less.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Mississippi?
The median in Mississippi is $62,590, so Jackson pays 2% less.
Where does Jackson rank for psychology teacher pay?
131 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychology teacher make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,490 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,770 or more.
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.