Accountant Salary in Mississippi
A accountant in Mississippi earns an estimated $72,500 a year ($34.86 an hour). Most workers fall from $49,300 to $105,100, depending on experience and employer.
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Accountant pay in Mississippi
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $49,300 | $23.70 |
| Median (estimate) | $72,500 | $34.86 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $105,100 | $50.53 |
| US national median | $81,700 | $39.28 |
The Mississippi estimate is 11% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Mississippi keeps about $56,644 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,178.61 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Mississippi paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Mississippi?
About $72,500 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.