Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in Mississippi
State median
Public data$23.29/hr
≈ $48,443/year full-time
Pay distribution in Mississippi
25th percentile
$18.30
per hour
Median
$23.29
per hour
75th percentile
$29.43
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do truck driver (heavy)s make in Mississippi?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in Mississippi is $23.29/hr (about $48,443/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $18.30 and $29.43 per hour.
How does Mississippi compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
Mississippi pays 6% below the national median of $24.90/hr for truck driver (heavy)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.