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Environmental Scientist Salary in Biloxi, Mississippi

The median environmental scientist salary in Biloxi, MS is $63,520 per year, which is 17% below the national median and 0.0% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$63,520
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-13,010
Cost of Living
83%

Environmental Scientist Salary in Biloxi by Experience

In Biloxi, an entry-level environmental scientist earns around $41,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $99,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,500
$-8,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$64,740
$-13,260 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$99,600
$-20,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Biloxi, MS

Percentile Biloxi
10th Percentile $39,840
25th Percentile $48,970
Median (50th) $63,520
75th Percentile $82,170
90th Percentile $104,580

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How to Become a Environmental Scientist in Biloxi

Education

Most environmental scientist positions require a bachelor's degree. Biloxi and the surrounding Mississippi area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Environmental SamplingGISData AnalysisEnvironmental LawReport WritingField Research

Job Outlook

Nationally, environmental scientist employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Biloxi may vary based on local industry and population growth.