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Nursing Assistants Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #50 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nursing assistantss in Mississippi earn between $27,050 and $38,290. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean nursing assistants salary in Mississippi is $32,890, about 23% below the U.S. average ($42,700). That works out to roughly $16/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MS | $32,040 | $33,170 | 3,000 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $31,520 | $34,360 | 1,660 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $31,430 | $32,710 | 2,620 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $30,890 | $31,730 | 1,530 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $30,810 | $31,810 | 2,060 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $30,780 | $31,370 | 1,530 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $30,440 | $31,690 | 840 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nursing assistants make in Mississippi?
The median nursing assistants salary in Mississippi is $31,520 per year (mean $32,890), and about 80% earn between $27,050 and $38,290.
How much do nursing assistants make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $16 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $32,890 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for nursing assistants?
Mississippi ranks #50 of 51 states for nursing assistants pay. Its mean salary of $32,890 is about 23% below the U.S. average of $42,700.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay nursing assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for nursing assistants are Jackson, MS ($32,040), Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($31,520), Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($31,430), by median annual wage.