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Cloud Architect Salary in Mississippi

The median cloud architect salary in Mississippi is $105,750 per year, which is 25% below the national median of $141,000.

Median Salary
$105,750
vs National
$-35,250
State Rank
#50 of 50
Cost of Living
83%

Cloud Architect Salary in Mississippi by Experience

In Mississippi, an entry-level cloud architect earns around $73,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $146,250 per year. The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$73,500
$-24,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$106,500
$-35,500 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$146,250
$-48,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mississippi

Percentile MS Salary
10th Percentile $71,250
25th Percentile $88,500
Median (50th) $105,750
75th Percentile $131,250
90th Percentile $157,500

Major Cities for Cloud Architects in Mississippi

The largest employment areas for cloud architects in Mississippi include Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, and Hattiesburg. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Jackson, MS
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Gulfport, MS
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Southaven, MS
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Hattiesburg, MS
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Biloxi, MS
Metro area for cloud architect employment

How to Become a Cloud Architect in Mississippi

Education

Most cloud architect positions require a bachelor's degree. Mississippi has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AWSAzureGCPCloud ArchitectureNetworkingSecurity

Job Outlook in Mississippi

Nationally, cloud architect employment is projected to grow 23% over the next decade (much faster than average). Mississippi's demand may vary based on local industry trends.