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Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #46 of 50 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of water and wastewater treatment plant and system operatorss in Mississippi earn between $35,230 and $64,130. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators salary in Mississippi is $49,060, about 21.6% below the U.S. average ($62,540). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $49,700 | $51,210 | 170 |
| Jackson, MS | $47,070 | $50,200 | 180 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $46,550 | $48,790 | 230 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $45,390 | $49,300 | 140 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $44,680 | $47,120 | 220 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $43,750 | $51,160 | 30 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $43,070 | $44,970 | 100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators make in Mississippi?
The median water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators salary in Mississippi is $46,480 per year (mean $49,060), and about 80% earn between $35,230 and $64,130.
How much do water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $49,060 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators?
Mississippi ranks #46 of 50 states for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators pay. Its mean salary of $49,060 is about 21.6% below the U.S. average of $62,540.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators are Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($49,700), Jackson, MS ($47,070), Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($46,550), by median annual wage.
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