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Waiters and Waitresses average salary by city in Mississippi
- Gulfport$25,690
- Jackson$25,460
- Hattiesburg$24,390
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport | $25,690 | $22,600 | $16,570 | $22,470 | 90 |
| Jackson | $25,460 | $21,440 | $16,110 | $22,290 | 89 |
| Hattiesburg | $24,390 | $21,830 | $15,540 | $21,452 | 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 35-3031.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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