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Construction Laborers Salary in Mississippi

Construction Laborers in Mississippi earn a median of $37,710 a year, −20% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$37,710
vs. U.S. median
−20% ($47,120)
Rank among states
49 of 51
Jobs in the state
8,800

Pay range in Mississippi

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $29,370; the top 10% earn over $52,640. Nationally the range is $35,090 to $78,090.

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Construction Laborers pay in Mississippi

How much do construction laborers make in Mississippi?

The median is $37,710 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $29,370 and the top 10% earn over $52,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Mississippi a good state for construction laborers?

On pay alone it ranks 49 of 51 (−20% vs. the national median of $47,120). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses