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Nursing jobs in Mississippi 2026

Vacancies, salaries, EB-3 demand and licensing — verified against BLS OEWS 2025 + HRSA NCHWA 2026.

RN Shortage
5,800
Critical 12.3%
Median Annual Salary
$78,950
$37.96/hr
COL-Adjusted
$76,361
COL index: 89
Compact State?
Yes
NLC multistate eligible

Key insight

In Mississippi, there is a shortage of 5,800 registered nurses as of 2026 — 12.3% of the state's nursing workforce demand. Median RN salary is $78,950 per year. After cost of living adjustment, purchasing power equals $76,361 in national terms. This is a HIGH-priority EB-3 sponsorship state — international nurses are actively recruited here.

Top hiring cities

  • • Jackson
  • • Gulfport
  • • Hattiesburg

State nursing board

Mississippi Board of Nursing
Endorsement fee: $100 · NCLEX attempts allowed: 8/year
Licensing portal