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Pharmacists Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #49 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of pharmacistss in Mississippi earn between $97,260 and $158,230. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean pharmacists salary in Mississippi is $130,320, about 7.5% below the U.S. average ($140,920). That works out to roughly $63/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $137,940 | $141,370 | 470 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $133,130 | $126,830 | 550 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $132,670 | $130,140 | 320 |
| Jackson, MS | $132,080 | $128,580 | 860 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $131,870 | $127,460 | 190 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $131,810 | $130,930 | 220 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $128,980 | $126,810 | 170 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do pharmacists make in Mississippi?
The median pharmacists salary in Mississippi is $133,230 per year (mean $130,320), and about 80% earn between $97,260 and $158,230.
How much do pharmacists make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $63 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $130,320 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for pharmacists?
Mississippi ranks #49 of 51 states for pharmacists pay. Its mean salary of $130,320 is about 7.5% below the U.S. average of $140,920.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay pharmacists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for pharmacists are Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($137,940), Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($133,130), Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($132,670), by median annual wage.