Bakers Salary in Mississippi
In Mississippi, bakers earn $30,620 at the median — $14.72 an hour. The range runs from $20K at the entry level to $45K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Mississippi. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $31K get you in Mississippi?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Mississippi
Entry-level bakers (10th percentile) start around $20K. Mid-career wages sit at $31K. Top earners bring in $45K or more, a $25K spread from bottom to top.
Bakers salary by metro in Mississippi
3 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $30K | -2% | 170 |
| Jackson | $30K | -3% | 330 |
| Hattiesburg | $26K | -15% | 120 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bakers make in Mississippi?
The median is $30,620 a year, that works out to about $15 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $19,780, and experienced bakers can clear $44,920. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $31K enough to live in Mississippi?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,100/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,077/month, which eats 51.3% 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 bakers 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 bakers salary is worth about $34,443 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bakers 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.