As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Deckhand in Jackson, MS is $40,077, equivalent to $19 per hour, $771 weekly, or $3,340 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Deckhand in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Deckhand in Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $25,411 to $56,739. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,400) and 75th percentile ($48,799), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,739 per year. This $16,399 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Safety Regulations, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Jackson Deckhand often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 statewide for Deckhand job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Deckhand Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Deckhand Salary $25,411 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Deckhand Salary $32,400 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Deckhand Salary $40,077 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Deckhand Salary $48,799 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Deckhand Salary $56,739 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
25% $32,400 10% $25,411 90% $56,739 75% $48,799 $40,077 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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