Salary Report for Mississippi Marriage and Family Therapists
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Compare Mississippi to U.S.
Mississippi Marriage and Family Therapists earn an average of $45,880 which is 23% less than the national average salary of $59,660.
| Type | Mississippi | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $22.06 | $28.69 | -23.11% |
| Average Annual Salary | $45,880 | $59,660 | -23.10% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Mississippi, 50% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn between $36,920 and $49,130 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn more than $51,520, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Marriage and Family Therapists.
Approximately 10% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn under $36,890, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Marriage and Family Therapists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 7 | Under $36,890 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 10 | $36,890 – $36,920 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 18 | $36,920 – $46,860 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 18 | $46,860 – $49,130 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 10 | $46,860 – $51,520 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 7 | Above $51,520 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Marriage and Family Therapists in Mississippi psychologists earn about $52,267 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $59,660.
Cost-of-living in Mississippi is 12% less than the national average, which means Mississippi residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $45,880, Mississippi Marriage and Family Therapists tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($80,890), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($76,800), Psychology Teachers ($67,690), School Psychologists ($59,280), and Health Care Social Workers ($54,810).
However, Marriage and Family Therapists tend to earn more than Social Workers ($36,900), and Substance Abuse Counselors ($42,830).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $80,890 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $76,800 |
| Psychology Teachers | $67,690 |
| School Psychologists | $59,280 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $54,810 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $45,880 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $42,830 |
| Social Workers | $36,900 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Mississippi the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Social Workers (3,600), Substance Abuse Counselors (2,300) and Health Care Social Workers (2,030).
The three professions in Mississippi needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Health Care Social Workers (21.6%), Psychology Teachers (18.5%) and Substance Abuse Counselors (17.3%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Workers | 3,350 | 3,600 | 7.5% | 340 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 1,960 | 2,300 | 17.3% | 230 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 1,670 | 2,030 | 21.6% | 210 |
| Psychology Teachers | 270 | 320 | 18.5% | 30 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 130 | 150 | 15.4% | 10 |
Salary FAQ for Mississippi Marriage and Family Therapists
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