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Registered Nurses Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #49 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of registered nursess in Mississippi earn between $60,610 and $100,350. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean registered nurses salary in Mississippi is $78,950, about 22.2% below the U.S. average ($101,420). That works out to roughly $38/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MS | $82,630 | $83,390 | 8,700 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $78,960 | $84,430 | 3,740 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $76,560 | $77,110 | 2,020 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $76,270 | $74,300 | 2,190 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $76,080 | $75,160 | 5,240 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $75,070 | $74,970 | 1,720 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $65,040 | $70,560 | 3,270 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do registered nurses make in Mississippi?
The median registered nurses salary in Mississippi is $77,090 per year (mean $78,950), and about 80% earn between $60,610 and $100,350.
How much do registered nurses make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $38 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $78,950 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for registered nurses?
Mississippi ranks #49 of 51 states for registered nurses pay. Its mean salary of $78,950 is about 22.2% below the U.S. average of $101,420.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay registered nurses the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for registered nurses are Jackson, MS ($82,630), Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($78,960), West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($76,560), by median annual wage.