Truck Driver Salary in Mississippi
A truck driver in Mississippi earns an estimated $51,000 a year ($24.52 an hour). Most workers fall from $34,700 to $74,000, depending on experience and employer.
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Truck Driver pay in Mississippi
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $34,700 | $16.68 |
| Median (estimate) | $51,000 | $24.52 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $74,000 | $35.58 |
| US national median | $57,400 | $27.60 |
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 $40,915 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,573.63 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Mississippi paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a truck driver make in Mississippi?
About $51,000 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.