Travel Nurse Pay in Mississippi
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Mississippi. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Last updated: February 21, 2026
Calculate Your Pay in Mississippi
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in Mississippi, including cost of living analysis to see your true discretionary income.
Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown
Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.
Same state assignment. You'll pay 5% state tax plus 24% federal tax.
Overtime (Optional)
Blended Hourly Rate
$68.53
Based on 36 hours in MS.
Gross Weekly Pay
$2,467
Taxable Weekly Income
$1,368
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$397
True Net Weekly Pay
$2,070
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Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$26,914
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$53,827
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$107,655
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$2,070
per week
Taxes
$397
per week
Total Gross: $2,467 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$686
≈ $2,970/month
Est. 1BR Rent in Mississippi
$800
Monthly average
✅ Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money
+$2,170
Your stipend covers rent with $2,170 left over each month.
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Cost of Living Analysis in Mississippi
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. Mississippi's cost of living is lower than the national average by 16.7 points.
💡 Lower cost of living area. Your pay may go further here than in expensive cities.
Housing Cost: Very Low
Utilities: Low
Rent data based on 2025 market averages. Actual rent may vary by neighborhood and housing type.
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Average Travel Nurse Pay in Mississippi
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in Mississippi. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$38/hr
Weekly Gross
$1,520
Annual
$79,040
GSA Per Diem Rates for Mississippi
Lodging
$98/night
Meals
$59/day
Incidentals
$5/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in Mississippi.
Tax Information for Mississippi
Cost of Living in Mississippi
Cost of Living Index
83.3
Below national average
Housing
Very Low
Utilities
Low
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Mississippi
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in Mississippi. Click on any city to see detailed pay information, cost of living, and job opportunities. Use our state comparison tool to compare pay across different states.
Jackson
Avg Pay: $40/hr
Est. Rent: $800/mo
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Gulfport
Avg Pay: $39/hr
Est. Rent: $800/mo
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Hattiesburg
Avg Pay: $38/hr
Est. Rent: $800/mo
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Mississippi Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for Mississippi:
ICU
~$42/hr in MS
Very High DemandER
~$41/hr in MS
Very High DemandOR
~$43/hr in MS
High DemandLabor & Delivery
~$40/hr in MS
High DemandMed-Surg
~$38/hr in MS
Very High DemandPACU
~$41/hr in MS
High DemandTop Hospitals in Mississippi
- University of Mississippi Medical Center
- Baptist Memorial Hospital
- Forrest General Hospital
Nursing License Requirements for Mississippi
Cost of Living in Mississippi
Average 1BR Rent
$800/mo
Cost of Living Index
83.3
National avg = 100
Housing Cost
Very Low
Tip: Use our pay calculator to see how your take-home pay compares to the cost of living in Mississippi. Consider that rent in Mississippi is lower than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in Mississippi?
Travel nurses in Mississippi typically earn between $33 and $48 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $38/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $42-57 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for Mississippi?
The GSA per diem rates for Mississippi are: Lodging: $98/night, Meals: $59/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive. For official rates, visit [GSA.gov](https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates).
Is Mississippi tax-friendly for travel nurses?
Mississippi has a state income tax rate of 5%, making it relatively tax-friendly for travel nurses. However, you'll still pay federal taxes on your taxable wages.
What is the cost of living in Mississippi?
The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83.3, which is below the national average. Housing costs are very low, and utilities are low.
Do I need a separate license to work in Mississippi?
Mississippi is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so if you have a compact license, you can work here without additional licensing. The license costs $200 and typically takes 2-4 weeks to process.