May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Upper East Mississippi
Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area
440 occupations
Across 440 occupations with published wages in Upper East Mississippi, orthopedic surgeons, except pediatric record the highest median at $543,400 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Upper East Mississippi
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 7,020 | $27,860 |
| Cashiers | 6,210 | $23,660 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 5,980 | $22,290 |
| Registered Nurses | 5,240 | $76,080 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 5,240 | $34,780 |
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators | 5,170 | $40,360 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 5,040 | $34,030 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 4,360 | $55,700 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 2,900 | $19,620 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,800 | $34,510 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Crossing Guards and Flaggers | $15,080 | 60 |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other | $18,210 | 30 |
| School Bus Monitors | $18,760 | 80 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $19,620 | 2,900 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $21,090 | 130 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $21,120 | 470 |
| Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other | $21,330 | 40 |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $21,700 | 660 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $21,760 | 510 |
| Childcare Workers | $22,240 | 830 |
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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