As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Lighting Engineer in Jackson, MS is $65,444, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,259 weekly, or $5,454 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Lighting Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Lighting Engineer in Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $55,760 to $74,100. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,375) and 75th percentile ($69,975), while top earners (90th percentile) make $74,100 per year. This $9,600 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Jackson Lighting Engineer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 statewide for Lighting 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
Lighting Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $55,760 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $60,375 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $65,444 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $69,975 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $74,100 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
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    Lighting Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lighting Engineer in Jackson, MS. The base salary for Lighting Engineer ranges from $60,375 to $69,975 with the average base salary of $65,444. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $62,648 to $73,449 with the average total cash compensation of $67,456.

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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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