Creative & Education Hattiesburg, MS Pop. 48,728

ESL Teacher Salary in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

The median esl teacher salary in Hattiesburg, MS is $44,800 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 3.6% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$44,800
vs State Avg
$-1,680
vs National
$-11,200
Cost of Living
80%

ESL Teacher Salary in Hattiesburg by Experience

In Hattiesburg, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $30,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $67,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,400
$-7,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$45,600
$-11,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$67,200
$-16,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hattiesburg, MS

Percentile Hattiesburg
10th Percentile $28,800
25th Percentile $35,200
Median (50th) $44,800
75th Percentile $57,600
90th Percentile $70,400

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

Jackson, MS
$47,600
Pop. 153,701
Southaven, MS
$47,040
Pop. 55,026
Biloxi, MS
$46,480
Pop. 46,212
Gulfport, MS
$45,920
Pop. 72,926

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Hattiesburg

Education

Most esl teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Hattiesburg and the surrounding Mississippi area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

ESL MethodsLesson PlanningCultural CompetencyAssessmentPatienceCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, esl teacher employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Hattiesburg may vary based on local industry and population growth.