Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Mississippi | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $51,820 | $57,715 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.91 | $27.75 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $59,563.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Truck Driver in Mississippi is $51,820, or about $24.91 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Truck Drivers is $57,715. Mississippi is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level truck drivers in Mississippi typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 24,160 truck driver jobs on record and a median salary of $51,820, Mississippi offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.