How much does a switchboard operator make in Mississippi?
$30,520a year
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators in Mississippi. That is $14.67 an hour or $2,543 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.67
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 46 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,170Median: $30,520Highest 10%: $39,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,170 | $11.14 | |
| 25th | $27,420 | $13.18 | |
| Median | $30,520 | $14.67 | |
| 75th | $34,980 | $16.82 | |
| 90th | $39,360 | $18.92 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $34,940 |
| Jackson, MS | $32,320 |
| Gulfport, MS | $28,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for switchboard operators.
| 43. South Carolina | $34,010 |
| 44. Texas | $33,620 |
| 45. Alabama | $32,210 |
| 46. Mississippi | $30,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a switchboard operator make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $14.67 ($30,520 a year).
Do switchboard operators make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $30,520 against $38,630 nationally, 21% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for switchboard operator pay?
Mississippi ranks 46 of 46 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays switchboard operators the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $34,940 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.