The average salary for a Mental Health Therapist in Mississippi is $48.42 per hour. This is 15% higher than the US average of $40.97.
Last updated on March 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Therapist salaries in Mississippi compared to National Averages
$48.42/hour
Mississippi
15% higher than the US average.
$40.97/hour
United States
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Mental Health Therapist jobs in Mississippi?
Only CoreCivic reports pay data for Mental Health Therapists, averaging $22 per hour. For comparison, the Mississippi average for Therapists is $48 per hour — CoreCivic pays 55% less.
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