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Game Developer Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median game developer salary in Jackson, MS is $65,450 per year, which is 23% below the national median and 2.7% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$65,450
vs State Avg
+$1,700
vs National
$-19,550
Cost of Living
85%

Game Developer Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, an entry-level game developer earns around $38,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $113,960 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,500
$-11,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$66,990
$-20,010 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$113,960
$-34,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
10th Percentile $36,960
25th Percentile $50,050
Median (50th) $65,450
75th Percentile $92,400
90th Percentile $119,350

Game Developer Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

Southaven, MS
$64,600
Pop. 55,026
Biloxi, MS
$63,750
Pop. 46,212
Gulfport, MS
$62,900
Pop. 72,926
Hattiesburg, MS
$61,200
Pop. 48,728

How to Become a Game Developer in Jackson

Education

Most game developer positions require a bachelor's degree. Jackson and the surrounding Mississippi area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Jackson may vary based on local industry and population growth.