Public Safety Telecommunicators Salary in Mississippi
The median pay for a public safety telecommunicators in Mississippi is $33,280/year ($16/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $26K 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 $33K get you in Mississippi?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Mississippi
Entry-level public safety telecommunicators (10th percentile) start around $26K. Mid-career wages sit at $33K. Top earners bring in $45K or more, a $19K spread from bottom to top.
Public Safety Telecommunicators salary by metro in Mississippi
3 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $34K | +3% | 170 |
| Jackson | $34K | +1% | 270 |
| Hattiesburg | $32K | -3% | 110 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do public safety telecommunicators make in Mississippi?
The median is $33,280 a year, that works out to about $16 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $25,930, and experienced public safety telecommunicators can clear $45,080. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $33K enough to live in Mississippi?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,268/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,077/month, which eats 47.5% 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 public safety telecommunicators 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 public safety telecommunicators salary is worth about $37,435 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do public safety telecommunicators 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.