Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Mississippi | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $78,870 | $104,968 | -25% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.92 | $50.47 | -25% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $90,655.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Mississippi is $78,870, or about $37.92 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Mississippi is -25% below the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Mississippi typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,320 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $78,870, Mississippi offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.