Bailiffs Salary in Mississippi
In Mississippi, bailiffs earn $39,940 at the median — $19.2 an hour. The range runs from $26K at the entry level to $68K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Mississippi. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $40K get you in Mississippi?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Mississippi
Entry-level bailiffs (10th percentile) start around $26K. Mid-career wages sit at $40K. Top earners bring in $68K or more, a $42K spread from bottom to top.
Bailiffs salary by metro in Mississippi
1 metro area with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $35K | -11% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bailiffs make in Mississippi?
The median is $39,940 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $25,920, and experienced bailiffs can clear $67,710. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $40K enough to live in Mississippi?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,688/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,077/month, which eats 40.1% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bailiffs salary go in Mississippi?
Mississippi has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bailiffs salary is worth about $44,927 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bailiffs get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.