What diagnostic medical sonographers earn in Mississippi and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $82,930 | $39.87 | 390 |
| Jackson, MS | $80,550 | $38.73 | 170 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $74,120 | $35.64 | 150 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $63,230 | $30.40 | 90 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $71,770 | $34.50 | 60 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $76,880 | $36.96 | 60 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $74,370 | $35.76 | 40 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $69,160 | $33.25 | 40 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Mississippi earned a median of $76,520 a year ($36.79 an hour) in May 2025, 21% less than the national median of $96,590. The middle half earned $65,030 to $81,310.
Among areas in Mississippi, pay was highest in Memphis, TN-MS-AR at $82,930.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.