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Software Engineer Salary in Mississippi

The median software engineer salary in Mississippi is $93,150 per year, which is 25% below the national median of $124,200.

Median Salary

$93,150

vs National

$-31,050

State Rank

#50 of 50

Cost of Living

83%

Software Engineer Salary in Mississippi by Experience

In Mississippi, an entry-level software engineer earns around $58,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $138,750 per year. The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$58,500

$-19,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$93,750

$-31,250 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$138,750

$-46,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mississippi

Percentile	MS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$55,950	$74,600	$-18,650
25th Percentile	$73,650	$98,200	$-24,550
Median (50th)	$93,150	$124,200	$-31,050
75th Percentile	$118,650	$158,200	$-39,550
90th Percentile	$148,935	$198,580	$-49,645

Major Cities for Software Engineers in Mississippi

The largest employment areas for software engineers in Mississippi include Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, and Hattiesburg. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Jackson, MS