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Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria average salary by city in Mississippi
- Gulfport$29,850
- Hattiesburg$28,340
- Jackson$28,210
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport | $29,850 | $29,080 | $24,970 | $25,702 | 90 |
| Hattiesburg | $28,340 | $27,600 | $23,140 | $24,546 | 88 |
| Jackson | $28,210 | $26,980 | $23,380 | $24,445 | 89 |
*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 35-2012.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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