Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Mississippi | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,140 | $79,739 | -42% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.18 | $38.34 | -42% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $53,034.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Mississippi is $46,140, or about $22.18 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Mississippi is -42% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Mississippi typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,070 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $46,140, Mississippi offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.