Water Resource Specialists Salary in Mississippi
Water Resource Specialists in Mississippi earn a median of $119,430 a year, −29% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Natural Sciences Managers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $119,430
- vs. U.S. median
- −29% ($167,220)
- Rank among states
- 38 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range in Mississippi
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,920; the top 10% earn over $185,540. Nationally the range is $79,710 to $316,850.
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Water Resource Specialists pay in Mississippi
How much do water resource specialists make in Mississippi?
The median is $119,430 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,920 and the top 10% earn over $185,540. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Mississippi a good state for water resource specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 38 of 48 (−29% vs. the national median of $167,220). Living costs are not included.