Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Mississippi
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$41.49/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Mississippi is $41.49 per hour. This is 22% lower than the US average of $50.71.
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Mississippi compared to National Averages
$41.49/hour
Mississippi
22% lower than the US average.
$50.71/hour
United States
What cities in Mississippi pay the most for Registered Nurses?
Olive Branch, Mississippi and Southaven, Mississippi pay Registered Nurses the most, both averaging $32 per hour, ahead of Jackson, Mississippi ($31). Olive Branch, Mississippi also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $42. For comparison, the Mississippi average for Registered Nurses is $41 per hour — Olive Branch, Mississippi and Southaven, Mississippi pay 23% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Branch, Mississippi | $32 | $42 |
| Southaven, Mississippi | $32 | $42 |
| Jackson, Mississippi | $31 | $42 |
| Flowood, Mississippi | $31 | $42 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Mississippi?
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Long Term Care earn the most among Nursing specialties in Mississippi, all averaging $41 per hour. Skilled Nursing also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $42. For comparison, the Mississippi average for Registered Nurses is $41 per hour — Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Long Term Care earn 2% less.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $41 | $42 |
| Rehabilitation | $41 | $42 |
| Long Term Care | $41 | $42 |
| Hospice | $40 | $40 |
| Nursing Home | $28 | $37 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Mississippi compare to nearby states?
Texas pays Registered Nurses the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Illinois ($49) and Missouri ($49). Missouri has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Mississippi average for Registered Nurses is $41 per hour — Texas pays 24% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $51 | $60 |
| Illinois | $49 | $54 |
| Missouri | $49 | $62 |
| Georgia | $49 | $53 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
| Louisiana | $42 | $46 |
| Alabama | $41 | $42 |
| Florida | $40 | $51 |
| Arkansas | $40 | $42 |
| Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Mississippi?
CoreCivic pays Registered Nurses the most, averaging $43 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($36). CoreCivic also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $44. For comparison, the Mississippi average for Registered Nurses is $41 per hour — CoreCivic pays 5% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| CoreCivic | $43 | $44 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $36 | $41 |
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Registered Nurse Jobs
Registered Nurse - Correctional
- Tallahatchie County Correctional Facility
- Tutwiler, MS
$38-51/hour
Registered Nurse - Correctional
- Adams County Correctional Center
- Natchez, MS
$37-48/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
- Vancleave, MS
$39-42/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
- Lyman, MS
$39-42/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
- Gautier, MS
$39-42/hour
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