As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Instrumentation Engineer in Jackson, MS is $52,143, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,003 weekly, or $4,345 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Instrumentation Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Instrumentation Engineer in Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $40,280 to $60,991. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,933) and 75th percentile ($56,774), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,991 per year. This $10,841 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Preventative Maintenance, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Jackson Instrumentation Engineer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 766 statewide for Instrumentation Engineer 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
Instrumentation Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Instrumentation Engineer Salary $40,280 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Instrumentation Engineer Salary $45,933 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Instrumentation Engineer Salary $52,143 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Instrumentation Engineer Salary $56,774 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Instrumentation Engineer Salary $60,991 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
25% $45,933 10% $40,280 90% $60,991 75% $56,774 $52,143 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Instrumentation Engineer

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Instrument Technician II

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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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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