How much does a therapist make in Mississippi?
$44,280a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in Mississippi. That is $21.29 an hour or $3,690 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.29
- Vs. national median
- -43%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,320Median: $44,280Highest 10%: $65,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,320 | $19.38 | |
| 25th | $41,570 | $19.99 | |
| Median | $44,280 | $21.29 | |
| 75th | $46,520 | $22.37 | |
| 90th | $65,170 | $31.33 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $57,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for therapists.
| 37. Tennessee | $56,690 |
| 38. Maryland | $49,400 |
| 39. Connecticut | $47,300 |
| 40. Mississippi | $44,280 |
| 41. Nevada | $38,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $21.29 ($44,280 a year).
Do therapists make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $44,280 against $77,930 nationally, 43% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for therapist pay?
Mississippi ranks 40 of 41 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays therapists the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $57,910 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.