May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Hattiesburg
Hattiesburg, MS
239 occupations
Across 239 occupations with published wages in Hattiesburg, physicians, all other record the highest median at $319,400 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Hattiesburg
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physicians, All Other | $319,400 | 170 | |
| 2 | Dentists, General | $132,390 | 70 | |
| 3 | Pharmacists | $128,980 | 170 | |
| 4 | Industrial Production Managers | $128,480 | 80 | |
| 5 | Nurse Practitioners | $113,300 | 340 | |
| 6 | Human Resources Managers | $108,750 | 50 | |
| 7 | Physician Assistants | $108,420 | 50 | |
| 8 | Electrical Engineers | $106,620 | 60 | |
| 9 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $105,200 | 90 | |
| 10 | Veterinarians | $104,630 | 50 | |
| 11 | Financial Managers | $104,540 | 220 | |
| 12 | Construction Managers | $103,940 | 80 | |
| 13 | Industrial Engineers | $101,300 | 110 | |
| 14 | General and Operations Managers | $97,860 | 560 | |
| 15 | Physical Therapists | $97,580 | 140 | |
| 16 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $94,050 | 360 | |
| 17 | Facilities Managers | $91,660 | 40 | |
| 18 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | $89,480 | 70 | |
| 19 | Civil Engineers | $88,980 | 60 | |
| 20 | Lawyers | $87,570 | 160 | |
| 21 | Sales Managers | $86,440 | 110 | |
| 22 | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $85,900 | 60 | |
| 23 | Managers, All Other | $84,530 | 50 | |
| 24 | Project Management Specialists | $81,710 | 190 | |
| 25 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $81,420 | 180 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 2,600 | $28,410 |
| Registered Nurses | 2,190 | $76,270 |
| Cashiers | 2,110 | $26,040 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 1,960 | $22,550 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 1,460 | $25,410 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 1,280 | $36,700 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 1,100 | $31,040 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 1,070 | $34,260 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | 1,010 | $23,470 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,010 | $21,830 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Crossing Guards and Flaggers | $15,080 | 50 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $21,100 | 50 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $21,230 | 200 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $21,430 | 120 |
| Childcare Workers | $21,590 | 290 |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $21,730 | 120 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $21,830 | 1,010 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $22,000 | 80 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $22,550 | 1,960 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $23,470 | 1,010 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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