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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #18 of 47 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of chemical equipment operators and tenderss in Mississippi earn between $26,240 and $85,520. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean chemical equipment operators and tenders salary in Mississippi is $60,140, about 0.9% below the U.S. average ($60,710). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $82,050 | $73,700 | 290 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $76,250 | $67,150 | 190 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $66,120 | $64,940 | 40 |
| Jackson, MS | $62,530 | $54,370 | 180 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $47,470 | $52,730 | 50 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $39,340 | $44,610 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do chemical equipment operators and tenders make in Mississippi?
The median chemical equipment operators and tenders salary in Mississippi is $64,360 per year (mean $60,140), and about 80% earn between $26,240 and $85,520.
How much do chemical equipment operators and tenders make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $60,140 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for chemical equipment operators and tenders?
Mississippi ranks #18 of 47 states for chemical equipment operators and tenders pay. Its mean salary of $60,140 is about 0.9% below the U.S. average of $60,710.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay chemical equipment operators and tenders the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for chemical equipment operators and tenders are Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($82,050), Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($76,250), Hattiesburg, MS ($66,120), by median annual wage.
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