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Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #46 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of healthcare social workerss in Mississippi earn between $39,770 and $78,520. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean healthcare social workers salary in Mississippi is $60,300, about 16% below the U.S. average ($71,790). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MS | $61,890 | $64,370 | 360 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $61,210 | $56,930 | 240 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $59,910 | $58,040 | 260 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $57,950 | $56,050 | 180 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $57,680 | $59,340 | 110 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $57,200 | $60,580 | 170 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $55,330 | $57,400 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do healthcare social workers make in Mississippi?
The median healthcare social workers salary in Mississippi is $62,250 per year (mean $60,300), and about 80% earn between $39,770 and $78,520.
How much do healthcare social workers make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $60,300 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for healthcare social workers?
Mississippi ranks #46 of 51 states for healthcare social workers pay. Its mean salary of $60,300 is about 16% below the U.S. average of $71,790.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay healthcare social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for healthcare social workers are Jackson, MS ($61,890), West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($61,210), Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($59,910), by median annual wage.