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Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary in Mississippi
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in Mississippi?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$49,900
Median Annual Salary
▼
-1.1% vs 2024
$51,930
Mean Salary
$49,900
Median Salary
$23.99
Hourly Rate
240 people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors salary by percentile in Mississippi
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi earn a median salary of $49,900 per year ($4,158/month).
This is 15.0% below the national average of $58,682.
Mississippi ranks #37 out of 50 states for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay.
Approximately 240 people work in this occupation across Mississippi.
Salaries decreased by 1.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
Top Skills
Instructing
4.25
Reading Comprehension
3.75
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Learning Strategies
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.42
Education and Training
3.91
Customer and Personal Service
3.51
Administrative
3.17
Administration and Management
2.91
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(40.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi
Salaries for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi range from $38,020 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $67,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,980 and $54,340.
Median $49,900
P10: $38,020P25: $46,980P75: $54,340P90: $67,360
10th
$38,020
25th
$46,980
Median
$49,900
75th
$54,340
90th
$67,360
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,020
$18.28
$3,168
25th Percentile
$46,980
$22.59
$3,915
Median (50th)
$49,900
$23.99
$4,158
75th Percentile
$54,340
$26.12
$4,528
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$67,360
$32.38
$5,613
Note: The mean (average) salary of $51,930 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#37
Mississippi ranks #37 of 50 states
$58,682
National avg. for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary by State
Compare Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay across states — sorted by highest median salary.
How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in Mississippi?
The median annual salary for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi is $49,900 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $51,930.
What is the salary range for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi?
Salaries for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi range from $38,020 at the 10th percentile to $67,360 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,980 and $54,340.
What is the starting salary for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi?
Entry-level Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors positions in Mississippi typically start around $38,020 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,980 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 240 people are employed as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi.
What is the hourly rate for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Mississippi is approximately $23.99 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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