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Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #49 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of preschool teachers, except special educations in Mississippi earn between $20,980 and $53,370. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean preschool teachers, except special education salary in Mississippi is $35,500, about 17.5% below the U.S. average ($43,030). That works out to roughly $17/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $38,920 | $37,830 | 280 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $38,920 | $39,680 | 700 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $35,870 | $33,690 | 560 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $29,070 | $33,060 | 430 |
| Jackson, MS | $29,000 | $32,650 | 730 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $28,830 | $33,150 | 190 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $28,800 | $35,040 | 360 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make in Mississippi?
The median preschool teachers, except special education salary in Mississippi is $36,250 per year (mean $35,500), and about 80% earn between $20,980 and $53,370.
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $17 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $35,500 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for preschool teachers, except special education?
Mississippi ranks #49 of 51 states for preschool teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $35,500 is about 17.5% below the U.S. average of $43,030.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay preschool teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for preschool teachers, except special education are Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($38,920), Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($38,920), West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($35,870), by median annual wage.
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