Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Mississippi | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $143,580 | $294,133 | -51% |
| Median hourly wage | $69.03 | $141.41 | -51% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $165,034.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Airline Pilot in Mississippi is $143,580, or about $69.03 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Airline Pilots is $294,133. Mississippi is -51% below the national median.
Entry-level airline pilots in Mississippi typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 360 airline pilot jobs on record and a median salary of $143,580, Mississippi offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.