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Substitute Teachers, Short-Term Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #50 of 50 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of substitute teachers, short-terms in Mississippi earn between $16,430 and $33,320. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean substitute teachers, short-term salary in Mississippi is $25,610, about 44.8% below the U.S. average ($46,420). That works out to roughly $12/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MS | $29,470 | $28,540 | 450 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $22,950 | $23,860 | 110 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $22,040 | $24,170 | 220 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $21,930 | $26,610 | 110 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $21,730 | $23,760 | 120 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $21,700 | $24,580 | 660 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $18,620 | $23,610 | 270 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do substitute teachers, short-term make in Mississippi?
The median substitute teachers, short-term salary in Mississippi is $22,340 per year (mean $25,610), and about 80% earn between $16,430 and $33,320.
How much do substitute teachers, short-term make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $12 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $25,610 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for substitute teachers, short-term?
Mississippi ranks #50 of 50 states for substitute teachers, short-term pay. Its mean salary of $25,610 is about 44.8% below the U.S. average of $46,420.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay substitute teachers, short-term the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for substitute teachers, short-term are Jackson, MS ($29,470), Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($22,950), Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($22,040), by median annual wage.