Value of Volunteer Time in Mississippi

In Mississippi, an hour of volunteer time is worth $28.39 (2025, Independent Sector). Enter your hours below to get a sourced, grant-ready dollar value.

2025 (preliminary): $28.39/hr2024 (final): $27.01/hrvs. national: −$7.75

Total volunteer hours

State

Source year

Estimated value of volunteer time

$28,390.00

1,000 hours × $28.39/hr · Mississippi (2025)

Source: Independent Sector, 2026 Value of Volunteer Time Report. Based on the average hourly earnings of all production and non-supervisory workers on private non-farm payrolls (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), increased by 15.3% for fringe benefits.

How much are volunteer hours worth in Mississippi?

For 2025, Independent Sector estimates the value of an hour of volunteer time in Mississippi at $28.39. That makes 100 volunteer hours worth $2,839.00, and 1,000 hours worth $28,390.00.

Mississippi's rate is lower than the national average of $36.14 per hour. Based on the average hourly earnings of all production and non-supervisory workers on private non-farm payrolls (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), increased by 15.3% for fringe benefits. Because the figure is tied to local wages, using the Mississippi rate is the most defensible choice for a Mississippi-based program.

Source: Independent Sector, 2026 Value of Volunteer Time Report. Use the national calculator →

FAQ

Mississippi volunteer value — FAQ

What is the value of volunteer time in Mississippi?

The value of volunteer time in Mississippi is $28.39 per hour for 2025 (Independent Sector preliminary estimate). The most recent final figure is $27.01 per hour for 2024.

How do I calculate the dollar value of volunteer hours in Mississippi?

Multiply your total volunteer hours by $28.39 (the 2025 Mississippi rate). For example, 1,000 volunteer hours are worth $28,390.00. The calculator above does this for you and exports a sourced report.

Why is Mississippi's rate different from the national average?

Independent Sector derives each state's value from local average hourly earnings (Bureau of Labor Statistics). Mississippi's $28.39 is $7.75 below the national average of $36.14 because local wages differ.

Can I use the Mississippi figure in a grant application?

Yes. Documenting in-kind volunteer value is widely accepted for demonstrating community support and match. Cite Independent Sector and note you used the Mississippi state figure. Always confirm a specific funder's allowable match rules.