Engineering Mississippi (MS) Rank #50 of 50

Environmental Engineer Salary in Mississippi

The median environmental engineer salary in Mississippi is $80,361 per year, which is 17% below the national median of $96,820.

Median Salary

$80,361

vs National

$-16,459

State Rank

#50 of 50

Cost of Living

83%

Environmental Engineer Salary in Mississippi by Experience

In Mississippi, an entry-level environmental engineer earns around $53,120, while experienced professionals earn up to $117,860 per year. The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$53,120

$-10,880 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$81,340

$-16,660 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$117,860

$-24,140 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mississippi

Percentile	MS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$50,630	$61,000	$-10,370
25th Percentile	$63,080	$76,000	$-12,920
Median (50th)	$80,361	$96,820	$-16,459
75th Percentile	$101,260	$122,000	$-20,740
90th Percentile	$122,840	$148,000	$-25,160

Environmental Engineer Salary by City in Mississippi

The largest employment areas for environmental engineers in Mississippi include Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, and Hattiesburg. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Jackson, MS

$82,297

Pop. 153,701 · COL 85%

Gulfport, MS

$79,392

Pop. 72,926 · COL 82%

Southaven, MS

$81,329

Pop. 55,026 · COL 84%

Hattiesburg, MS

$77,456

Pop. 48,728 · COL 80%

Biloxi, MS

$80,361

Pop. 46,212 · COL 83%

How to Become a Environmental Engineer in Mississippi

Education

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

Key Skills

Environmental RemediationWater TreatmentAir QualityEPA RegulationsGISProject Management

Job Outlook in Mississippi

Nationally, environmental engineer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Mississippi's demand may vary based on local industry trends.