How much does a psychology teacher make in Mississippi?
$62,590a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Mississippi. That is $30.09 an hour or $5,216 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.09
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,620Median: $62,590Highest 10%: $96,580
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,620 | $22.41 | |
| 25th | $58,560 | $28.15 | |
| Median | $62,590 | $30.09 | |
| 75th | $77,490 | $37.25 | |
| 90th | $96,580 | $46.43 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $76,190 |
| Jackson, MS | $61,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 45. Florida | $69,050 |
| 46. Wyoming | $65,050 |
| 47. South Dakota | $65,020 |
| 48. Mississippi | $62,590 |
| 49. Oklahoma | $61,720 |
| 50. Arkansas | $60,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $30.09 ($62,590 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $62,590 against $80,340 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for psychology teacher pay?
Mississippi ranks 48 of 50 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays psychology teachers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $76,190 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.