Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Mississippi | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $68,100 | $86,427 | -21% |
| Median hourly wage | $32.74 | $41.55 | -21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $78,276.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Accountant in Mississippi is $68,100, or about $32.74 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Accountants is $86,427. Mississippi is -21% below the national median.
Entry-level accountants in Mississippi typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,350 accountant jobs on record and a median salary of $68,100, Mississippi offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.