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Instructional Designer Salary in Mississippi

The median instructional designer salary in Mississippi is $59,760 per year, which is 17% below the national median of $72,000.

Median Salary

$59,760

vs National

$-12,240

State Rank

#50 of 50

Cost of Living

83%

Instructional Designer Salary in Mississippi by Experience

In Mississippi, an entry-level instructional designer earns around $38,180, while experienced professionals earn up to $92,960 per year. The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$38,180

$-7,820 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$61,420

$-12,580 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$92,960

$-19,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mississippi

Percentile	MS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$36,520	$44,000	$-7,480
25th Percentile	$46,480	$56,000	$-9,520
Median (50th)	$59,760	$72,000	$-12,240
75th Percentile	$78,850	$95,000	$-16,150
90th Percentile	$97,940	$118,000	$-20,060

Instructional Designer Salary by City in Mississippi

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

Jackson, MS

$61,200

Pop. 153,701 · COL 85%

Gulfport, MS

$59,040

Pop. 72,926 · COL 82%

Southaven, MS

$60,480

Pop. 55,026 · COL 84%

Hattiesburg, MS

$57,600

Pop. 48,728 · COL 80%

Biloxi, MS

$59,760

Pop. 46,212 · COL 83%

How to Become a Instructional Designer in Mississippi

Education

Most instructional designer positions require a master's degree. Mississippi has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Instructional DesignArticulate/CaptivateLMSADDIE ModelE-LearningAssessment Design

Job Outlook in Mississippi

Nationally, instructional designer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Mississippi's demand may vary based on local industry trends.