As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Operations Engineer in Jackson, MS is $86,809, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,669 weekly, or $7,234 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Operations Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Operations Engineer in Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $75,669 to $97,276. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($80,978) and 75th percentile ($92,288), while top earners (90th percentile) make $97,276 per year. This $11,310 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or API, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Jackson Operations Engineer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 statewide for Operations 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
Operations Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $75,669 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $80,978 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $86,809 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $92,288 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $97,276 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
25% $80,978 10% $75,669 90% $97,276 75% $92,288 $86,809 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Operations Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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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

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