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Game Developer Salary in Mississippi

The median game developer salary in Mississippi is $63,750 per year, which is 25% below the national median of $85,000.

Median Salary

$63,750

vs National

$-21,250

State Rank

#50 of 50

Cost of Living

83%

Game Developer Salary in Mississippi by Experience

In Mississippi, an entry-level game developer earns around $37,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $111,000 per year. The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$37,500

$-12,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$65,250

$-21,750 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$111,000

$-37,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mississippi

Percentile	MS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$36,000	$48,000	$-12,000
25th Percentile	$48,750	$65,000	$-16,250
Median (50th)	$63,750	$85,000	$-21,250
75th Percentile	$90,000	$120,000	$-30,000
90th Percentile	$116,250	$155,000	$-38,750

Game Developer Salary by City in Mississippi

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

Jackson, MS

$65,450

Pop. 153,701 · COL 85%

Gulfport, MS

$62,900

Pop. 72,926 · COL 82%

Southaven, MS

$64,600

Pop. 55,026 · COL 84%

Hattiesburg, MS

$61,200

Pop. 48,728 · COL 80%

Biloxi, MS

$63,750

Pop. 46,212 · COL 83%

How to Become a Game Developer in Mississippi

Education

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

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook in Mississippi

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Mississippi's demand may vary based on local industry trends.