Transportation & Logistics Jackson, MS Pop. 153,701

Operations Manager Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median operations manager salary in Jackson, MS is $88,103 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 2.4% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$88,103
vs State Avg
+$2,073
vs National
$-15,547
Cost of Living
85%

Operations Manager Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, an entry-level operations manager earns around $52,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $148,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,700
$-9,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$90,100
$-15,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$148,750
$-26,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
10th Percentile $49,300
25th Percentile $64,600
Median (50th) $88,103
75th Percentile $119,000
90th Percentile $157,250

Operations Manager Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

How to Become a Operations Manager in Jackson

Education

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

Key Skills

Operations ManagementProcess ImprovementBudgetingLeadershipSix SigmaData Analysis

Job Outlook

Nationally, operations manager employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Jackson may vary based on local industry and population growth.