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Software Engineer Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median software engineer salary in Jackson, MS is $95,634 per year, which is 23% below the national median and 2.7% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$95,634
vs State Avg
+$2,484
vs National
$-28,566
Cost of Living
85%

Software Engineer Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, an entry-level software engineer earns around $60,060, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,450 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$60,060
$-17,940 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$96,250
$-28,750 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,450
$-42,550 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
10th Percentile $57,442
25th Percentile $75,614
Median (50th) $95,634
75th Percentile $121,814
90th Percentile $152,907

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How to Become a Software Engineer in Jackson

Education

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

Key Skills

PythonJavaScriptSQLGitCloud PlatformsSystem Design

Job Outlook

Nationally, software engineer employment is projected to grow 25% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Jackson may vary based on local industry and population growth.