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Medical Assistants Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #50 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of medical assistantss in Mississippi earn between $29,210 and $45,070. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean medical assistants salary in Mississippi is $36,240, about 21.4% below the U.S. average ($46,120). That works out to roughly $17/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MS | $36,020 | $37,490 | 840 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $35,950 | $37,380 | 290 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $35,590 | $35,850 | 480 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $35,560 | $37,140 | 590 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $34,230 | $33,420 | 260 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $32,700 | $35,860 | 180 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $31,130 | $31,690 | 370 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do medical assistants make in Mississippi?
The median medical assistants salary in Mississippi is $35,360 per year (mean $36,240), and about 80% earn between $29,210 and $45,070.
How much do medical assistants make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $17 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $36,240 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for medical assistants?
Mississippi ranks #50 of 51 states for medical assistants pay. Its mean salary of $36,240 is about 21.4% below the U.S. average of $46,120.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay medical assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for medical assistants are Jackson, MS ($36,020), Hattiesburg, MS ($35,950), Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($35,590), by median annual wage.