How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in Mississippi?
$37,340a year
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in Mississippi. That is $17.95 an hour or $3,112 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.95
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 51 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 14,720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,770Median: $37,340Highest 10%: $57,870
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,770 | $12.39 | |
| 25th | $30,430 | $14.63 | |
| Median | $37,340 | $17.95 | |
| 75th | $46,490 | $22.35 | |
| 90th | $57,870 | $27.82 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $45,960 |
| Jackson, MS | $38,440 |
| Gulfport, MS | $38,100 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $35,620 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| 48. Oklahoma | $39,660 |
| 49. Louisiana | $38,790 |
| 50. Arkansas | $37,630 |
| 51. Mississippi | $37,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $17.95 ($37,340 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $37,340 against $47,540 nationally, 21% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
Mississippi ranks 51 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $45,960 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.