Speech-Language Pathologists pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for speech-language pathologists is $37.56 an hour ($78,130 a year). About 1,790 people work in this job there.
That is 20% lower than the U.S. median ($97,870). Mississippi ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for speech-language pathologists in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.17 | $50,280 |
| 25% of workers | $29.85 | $62,080 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.56 | $78,130 |
| 75% of workers | $47.05 | $97,860 |
| 90% of workers | $51.04 | $106,170 |
Speech-Language Pathologists pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $78,920 | 220 |
| Jackson | $78,670 | 410 |
| Hattiesburg | $74,140 | 90 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for speech-language pathologists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +16.6% over ten years, much faster than average · about 12,500 openings a year (BLS)
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