Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Mississippi | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $50,220 | $66,500 | -24% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.14 | $31.97 | -24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $57,724.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Mississippi is $50,220, or about $24.14 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Licensed Practical Nurses is $66,500. Mississippi is -24% below the national median.
Entry-level licensed practical nurses in Mississippi typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,850 licensed practical nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $50,220, Mississippi offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.