How much does a transportation worker make in Mississippi?
$36,510a year
Median yearly pay for transportation workers in Mississippi. That is $17.55 an hour or $3,043 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.55
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,330Median: $36,510Highest 10%: $40,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,330 | $14.58 | |
| 25th | $34,960 | $16.81 | |
| Median | $36,510 | $17.55 | |
| 75th | $36,610 | $17.60 | |
| 90th | $40,680 | $19.56 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $56,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation workers.
| 26. Michigan | $37,190 |
| 27. Nebraska | $37,140 |
| 28. Florida | $37,110 |
| 29. Mississippi | $36,510 |
| 30. Indiana | $36,410 |
| 31. Illinois | $35,900 |
| 32. New Mexico | $35,440 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation worker make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $17.55 ($36,510 a year).
Do transportation workers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $36,510 against $45,650 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for transportation worker pay?
Mississippi ranks 29 of 36 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays transportation workers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $56,870 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.