Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Mississippi | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $143,660 | $175,358 | -18% |
| Median hourly wage | $69.07 | $84.31 | -18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $165,126.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Mississippi is $143,660, or about $69.07 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Mississippi is -18% below the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Mississippi typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 740 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $143,660, Mississippi offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.