Butchers and Meat Cutters Salary in Mississippi
In Mississippi, butchers and meat cutters earn $28,590 at the median — $13.74 an hour. The range runs from $21K at the entry level to $42K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Mississippi. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $29K get you in Mississippi?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Mississippi
Entry-level butchers and meat cutters (10th percentile) start around $21K. Mid-career wages sit at $29K. Top earners bring in $42K or more, a $20K spread from bottom to top.
Butchers and Meat Cutters salary by metro in Mississippi
3 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $32K | +11% | 140 |
| Jackson | $29K | +2% | 250 |
| Hattiesburg | $29K | +0% | 90 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do butchers and meat cutters make in Mississippi?
The median is $28,590 a year, that works out to about $14 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $21,290, and experienced butchers and meat cutters can clear $41,650. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $29K enough to live in Mississippi?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $1,972/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,077/month, which eats 54.6% 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 butchers and meat cutters 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 butchers and meat cutters salary is worth about $32,160 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do butchers and meat cutters 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.