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Light Truck Drivers Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #34 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of light truck driverss in Mississippi earn between $25,880 and $90,840. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean light truck drivers salary in Mississippi is $46,940, about 3.8% below the U.S. average ($48,770). That works out to roughly $23/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $38,170 | $45,730 | 1,110 |
| Jackson, MS | $38,110 | $47,230 | 1,760 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $37,960 | $43,140 | 820 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $36,980 | $44,230 | 430 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $36,440 | $41,270 | 660 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $35,620 | $41,330 | 430 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $35,250 | $40,390 | 620 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do light truck drivers make in Mississippi?
The median light truck drivers salary in Mississippi is $38,140 per year (mean $46,940), and about 80% earn between $25,880 and $90,840.
How much do light truck drivers make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $23 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $46,940 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for light truck drivers?
Mississippi ranks #34 of 51 states for light truck drivers pay. Its mean salary of $46,940 is about 3.8% below the U.S. average of $48,770.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay light truck drivers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for light truck drivers are Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($38,170), Jackson, MS ($38,110), Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($37,960), by median annual wage.