Healthcare Jackson, MS Pop. 153,701

Dermatologist Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median dermatologist salary in Jackson, MS is $290,500 per year, which is 17% below the national median and 2.5% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$290,500
vs State Avg
+$7,000
vs National
$-59,500
Cost of Living
85%

Dermatologist Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, an entry-level dermatologist earns around $141,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $398,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$141,100
$-28,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$294,650
$-60,350 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$398,400
$-81,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
10th Percentile $136,950
25th Percentile $207,500
Median (50th) $290,500
75th Percentile $348,600
90th Percentile $415,000

Dermatologist Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

Southaven, MS
$287,000
Pop. 55,026
Biloxi, MS
$283,500
Pop. 46,212
Gulfport, MS
$280,000
Pop. 72,926
Hattiesburg, MS
$273,000
Pop. 48,728

How to Become a Dermatologist in Jackson

Education

Most dermatologist positions require a doctoral degree. Jackson and the surrounding Mississippi area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

DermatologySkin BiopsyCosmetic ProceduresPathologyPatient EducationDiagnosis

Job Outlook

Nationally, dermatologist employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Jackson may vary based on local industry and population growth.