Legal Mississippi (MS) Rank #50 of 50

Lawyer Salary in Mississippi

The median lawyer salary in Mississippi is $112,664 per year, which is 17% below the national median of $135,740.

Median Salary

$112,664

vs National

$-23,076

State Rank

#50 of 50

Cost of Living

83%

Lawyer Salary in Mississippi by Experience

In Mississippi, an entry-level lawyer earns around $58,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $182,600 per year. The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$58,100

$-11,900 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$114,540

$-23,460 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$182,600

$-37,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mississippi

Percentile	MS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$53,950	$65,000	$-11,050
25th Percentile	$70,550	$85,000	$-14,450
Median (50th)	$112,664	$135,740	$-23,076
75th Percentile	$154,380	$186,000	$-31,620
90th Percentile	$198,536	$239,200	$-40,664

Lawyer Salary by City in Mississippi

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

Jackson, MS

$115,379

Pop. 153,701 · COL 85%

Gulfport, MS

$111,307

Pop. 72,926 · COL 82%

Southaven, MS

$114,022

Pop. 55,026 · COL 84%

Hattiesburg, MS

$108,592

Pop. 48,728 · COL 80%

Biloxi, MS

$112,664

Pop. 46,212 · COL 83%

How to Become a Lawyer in Mississippi

Education

Most lawyer positions require a doctoral degree. Mississippi has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Legal ResearchLitigationContract LawNegotiationWestlaw/LexisNexisOral Advocacy

Job Outlook in Mississippi

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