Healthcare Hattiesburg, MS Pop. 48,728

Registered Nurse Salary in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

The median registered nurse salary in Hattiesburg, MS is $63,352 per year, which is 22% below the national median and 3.7% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$63,352
vs State Avg
$-2,436
vs National
$-17,868
Cost of Living
80%

Registered Nurse Salary in Hattiesburg by Experience

In Hattiesburg, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $45,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $89,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$45,240
$-12,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$63,960
$-18,040 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$89,700
$-25,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hattiesburg, MS

Percentile Hattiesburg
10th Percentile $44,772
25th Percentile $52,104
Median (50th) $63,352
75th Percentile $78,858
90th Percentile $94,224

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

Jackson, MS
$67,413
Pop. 153,701
Southaven, MS
$66,600
Pop. 55,026
Biloxi, MS
$65,788
Pop. 46,212
Gulfport, MS
$64,976
Pop. 72,926

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Hattiesburg

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Hattiesburg and the surrounding Mississippi area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook

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