Epidemiologists Salary in Jackson, MS

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Jackson, MS

Median annual salary $54,990 -34.5% vs national
Median hourly $26.44
10th percentile $43,500
90th percentile $88,290
Employed locally 40
National median $83,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,500
    25th
    $47,850
    50th (median)
    $54,990
    75th
    $68,980
    90th
    $88,290

    Jackson economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $60,489 2023 • Census ACS
    Epidemiologists salary vs area income 91% Median Epidemiologists salary is 9% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Epidemiologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $139,670
    Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY $130,620
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,390
    New Jersey $110,240
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $106,660
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $105,670

    Related occupations in Jackson, MS

    OccupationMedian salary
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $49,220
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $77,380
    Conservation Scientists $57,340
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $55,110
    Urban and Regional Planners $67,550
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $62,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Epidemiologists make per hour in Jackson?

    The median hourly wage for Epidemiologists in Jackson, MS is $26.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.45 or more per hour.

    Is Jackson above or below average for Epidemiologists salaries?

    The median Epidemiologists salary in Jackson, MS is 34.5% below the national median of $83,980. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Epidemiologists in Jackson?

    Entry-level Epidemiologists (10th percentile) earn around $43,500 per year in Jackson, MS. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,850.