How much does a social worker make in Mississippi?
$91,560a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Mississippi. That is $44.02 an hour or $7,630 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.02
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,110Median: $91,560Highest 10%: $109,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,110 | $17.84 | |
| 25th | $47,340 | $22.76 | |
| Median | $91,560 | $44.02 | |
| 75th | $101,000 | $48.55 | |
| 90th | $109,300 | $52.55 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Gulfport, MS | $97,470 |
| Jackson, MS | $94,520 |
| Memphis, TN | $53,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 12. South Dakota | $93,760 |
| 13. Delaware | $93,250 |
| 14. Virginia | $92,930 |
| 15. Mississippi | $91,560 |
| 16. Iowa | $91,170 |
| 17. New Mexico | $90,820 |
| 18. Idaho | $88,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $44.02 ($91,560 a year).
Do social workers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
Yes: $91,560 against $71,900 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Mississippi rank for social worker pay?
Mississippi ranks 15 of 50 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays social workers the most?
Gulfport-Biloxi, MS, with a median of $97,470 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.