How much does a sociology teacher make in Mississippi?
$70,860a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in Mississippi. That is $34.07 an hour or $5,905 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.07
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,250Median: $70,860Highest 10%: $100,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,250 | $14.54 | |
| 25th | $56,310 | $27.07 | |
| Median | $70,860 | $34.07 | |
| 75th | $98,550 | $47.38 | |
| 90th | $100,600 | $48.37 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $79,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 38. Maine | $76,010 |
| 39. Montana | $75,880 |
| 40. Alabama | $73,670 |
| 41. Mississippi | $70,860 |
| 42. Oklahoma | $64,900 |
| 43. South Dakota | $64,210 |
| 44. Florida | $63,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $34.07 ($70,860 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $70,860 against $84,290 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for sociology teacher pay?
Mississippi ranks 41 of 46 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays sociology teachers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $79,330 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.