Electrician Salary in Mississippi
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Mississippi Electrician Wages at a Glance
Mississippi electricians earn a statewide median of $60,860 per year ($29.26 per hour), up 19.9% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,200 at the 10th percentile to $76,540 at the 90th.
Mississippi employs approximately 6,610 electricians statewide, up 29.1% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport | $62,440 | $30.02/hr | 2,010 | up 8.0% |
| Jackson | $52,310 | $25.15/hr | 1,210 | up 22.4% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Mississippi Electrician Apprenticeships
Most electricians enter the field through a registered apprenticeship: typically 4 to 5 years of paid on-the-job training combined with classroom hours.
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