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43 Jobs That Pay Over $100K in Mississippi (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

There are 43 occupations in Mississippi with a median salary above $100K per year. The highest-paying is Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric at $544,130/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

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$57,873
$89,679

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

43
Jobs Over $100K
$544,130
#1: Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
$146,657
Avg of Qualifying Jobs
42,930
Workers in These Jobs

All 43 Jobs Paying Over $100K in Mississippi

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

# Occupation Median Salary Mean Salary Workers
1 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $544,130 $523,450 N/A
2 General Internal Medicine Physicians $325,610 $275,760 390
3 Physicians, Pathologists $261,570 $273,380 50
4 Emergency Medicine Physicians $252,960 $300,550 450
5 Family Medicine Physicians $235,630 $265,510 570
6 Psychiatrists $213,680 $218,620 110
7 Nurse Anesthetists $198,410 $217,470 480
8 Pediatricians, General $183,650 $214,380 40
9 Podiatrists $164,410 $158,190 30
10 Dentists, General $143,660 $149,300 740
11 Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers $143,580 $151,890 360
12 Architectural and Engineering Managers $142,790 $147,070 860
13 Chief Executives $139,250 $173,720 310
14 Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary $137,220 $166,400 1,890
15 Pharmacists $133,230 $130,320 3,050
16 Physicists $129,970 $137,740 80
17 Nurse Practitioners $124,730 $125,340 4,690
18 Computer and Information Systems Managers $124,280 $131,880 1,710
19 Purchasing Managers $122,940 $122,820 320
20 Natural Sciences Managers $119,430 $126,990 210
21 Industrial Production Managers $118,660 $125,490 2,290
22 Medical Dosimetrists $115,490 $110,850 40
23 Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $112,400 $111,650 160
24 Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers $112,400 $115,470 250
25 Financial Managers $111,390 $128,380 3,470
26 Aerospace Engineers $109,200 $118,560 90
27 Computer and Information Research Scientists $109,050 $112,880 300
28 Sales Managers $108,750 $129,830 1,870
29 Optometrists $108,070 $126,580 240
30 Chemical Engineers $106,740 $113,460 150
31 General and Operations Managers $106,680 $129,910 10,630
32 Actuaries $106,210 $130,950 40
33 Human Resources Managers $106,100 $122,450 720
34 Physician Assistants $105,920 $106,820 320
35 Boilermakers $105,910 $87,400 280
36 Veterinarians $105,370 $114,370 480
37 Electrical Engineers $104,990 $108,700 1,130
38 Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels $104,220 $111,940 570
39 Commercial Pilots $103,640 $120,670 240
40 Power Plant Operators $102,400 $96,620 450
41 Marketing Managers $100,940 $120,770 770
42 Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary $100,440 $99,370 330
43 Civil Engineers $100,170 $104,840 1,770

Mississippi High-Salary Insights

The $100K+ jobs in Mississippi are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Management, and Transportation fields.

6.9% of all tracked occupations in MS earn a median salary above $100K. The entry point for this group is $100,170/year (Civil Engineers), while the top earner makes $544,130/year.

Mississippi ranks #50 among all 50 states for the number of $100K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $100K a year in Mississippi?
According to 2025 BLS data, there are 43 occupations in Mississippi with a median annual salary above $100K. This represents 6.9% of all tracked occupations in MS.
What is the highest paying job in Mississippi?
The highest paying occupation in Mississippi is Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric with a median salary of $544,130 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.
What is the minimum salary to be on the $100K+ list in Mississippi?
The entry point for the $100K+ list in Mississippi is $100,170/year (Civil Engineers). Any occupation with a median salary above $100K qualifies for this list.
What is the average salary of $100K+ jobs in Mississippi?
The average median salary among all 43 occupations that pay over $100K in Mississippi is $146,657 per year (2025 data).
How can I get a job that pays over $100K in Mississippi?
High-paying jobs in Mississippi typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $100K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $100K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics