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Chefs and Head Cooks average salary by city in Mississippi
- Jackson$60,760
- Gulfport$55,630
- Hattiesburg$55,000
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $60,760 | $64,480 | $36,660 | $49,302 | 89 |
| Gulfport | $55,630 | $51,240 | $39,990 | $45,386 | 90 |
| Hattiesburg | $55,000 | $54,870 | $38,040 | $44,904 | 88 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 35-1011.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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