Paramedics pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for paramedics is $26.27 an hour ($54,630 a year). About 1,150 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($60,600). Mississippi ranks 40th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for paramedics in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.08 | $39,690 |
| 25% of workers | $22.58 | $46,970 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.27 | $54,630 |
| 75% of workers | $29.35 | $61,040 |
| 90% of workers | $34.47 | $71,710 |
Paramedics pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $61,320 | 90 |
| Jackson | $60,850 | 260 |
| Hattiesburg | $53,820 | 100 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for paramedics
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $77,090 |
| Nursing Assistants | $31,520 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $50,220 |
| Medical Assistants | $35,360 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $63,270 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $36,630 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $39,040 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $50,640 |
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