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Teacher (K-12) Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median teacher (k-12) salary in Jackson, MS is $52,437 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 2.4% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$52,437
vs State Avg
+$1,234
vs National
$-9,253
Cost of Living
85%

Teacher (K-12) Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, an entry-level teacher (k-12) earns around $35,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $78,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,700
$-6,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,700
$-9,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$78,200
$-13,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
10th Percentile $35,190
25th Percentile $41,480
Median (50th) $52,437
75th Percentile $67,320
90th Percentile $85,850

Teacher (K-12) Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

Southaven, MS
$51,820
Pop. 55,026
Biloxi, MS
$51,203
Pop. 46,212
Gulfport, MS
$50,586
Pop. 72,926
Hattiesburg, MS
$49,352
Pop. 48,728

How to Become a Teacher (K-12) in Jackson

Education

Most teacher (k-12) positions require a bachelor's degree. Jackson and the surrounding Mississippi area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Lesson PlanningClassroom ManagementAssessmentDifferentiated InstructionCommunicationEducational Technology

Job Outlook

Nationally, teacher (k-12) employment is projected to grow 1% over the next decade (slower than average). Demand in Jackson may vary based on local industry and population growth.