Library Assistants, Clerical Salary in Mississippi
Library Assistants, Clericals in Mississippi make a median of $22,240 a year, or about $10.69 an hour. The range runs from $17K at the entry level to $29K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Mississippi. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $22K get you in Mississippi?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Mississippi
Entry-level library assistants, clericals (10th percentile) start around $17K. Mid-career wages sit at $22K. Top earners bring in $29K or more, a $12K spread from bottom to top.
Library Assistants, Clerical salary by metro in Mississippi
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $25K | +14% | 60 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $23K | +5% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do library assistants, clericals make in Mississippi?
The median is $22,240 a year, that works out to about $11 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $16,720, and experienced library assistants, clericals can clear $28,660. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $22K enough to live in Mississippi?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $1,564/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,077/month, which eats 68.9% 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 library assistants, clerical 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 library assistants, clerical salary is worth about $25,017 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do library assistants, clericals 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.