Nursing Assistants pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for nursing assistants is $15.15 an hour ($31,520 a year). About 14,200 people work in this job there.
That is 25% lower than the U.S. median ($42,260). Mississippi ranks 50th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for nursing assistants in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.01 | $27,050 |
| 25% of workers | $14.19 | $29,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $15.15 | $31,520 |
| 75% of workers | $16.92 | $35,200 |
| 90% of workers | $18.41 | $38,290 |
Nursing Assistants pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $32,040 | 3,000 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $31,520 | 1,660 |
| Hattiesburg | $30,440 | 840 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nursing assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 196,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $77,090 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $50,220 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $124,730 |
| Medical Assistants | $35,360 |
| Psychiatric Aides | $30,510 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $36,630 |
| Paramedics | $54,630 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $23,860 |
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