salary$70,720 a year$34 an hour · median pay in the Jackson, MS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,900per year
Top pay (top 10%)$120,290per year
Jobs in the area2,590people work this job
Can a accountant afford Jackson?
OK. Rent of $1,281 a month takes 21.7% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Jackson, MS?
The median pay for a accountant in the Jackson, MS area is $70,720 a year ($34 an hour). Most earn between $46,900 and $120,290.
Can a accountant afford to live in Jackson?
Typical rent of $1,281 a month takes 21.7% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Jackson, MS metro area.