Nurse Case Manager jobs in Southaven, MS
Nurse Case Managers in the Southaven area earn a median of $38.10 per hour, about $79,250 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $34.48 and $44.43. That ranks 272nd of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 246th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Southaven. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Southaven.
- $38.10median pay per hour, Memphis
- $34–$44typical range per hour
- 13,570nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Case Manager pay in Southaven, MS
The metro median is 6% above the Mississippi statewide median of $35.80 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 13,570 registered nurses employed in the Memphis metro area, 21.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.12 | $64,730 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.48 | $71,720 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.10 | $79,250 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.43 | $92,410 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.12 | $108,410 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Southaven ranks
- 272nd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 246th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse case manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Southaven
- Overall prices in Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.10 median hour buys what $41.33 buys at the national price level, 8% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $68,580
- Per month: $5,715
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Southaven
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,358 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,654 |
Travel nurse case manager assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Southaven
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Southaven, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Nurse Case Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | 11 mi | $38.10/hr | 610,919 |
| Collierville, TN | 17 mi | $38.10/hr | 51,951 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 72 mi | $37.85/hr | 82,384 |
| Jackson, TN | 81 mi | $34.44/hr | 69,303 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 129 mi | $38.38/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 136 mi | $38.38/hr | 204,774 |
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Mississippi · Nurse Case Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Mississippi
Mississippi is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Mississippi license by endorsement.
Mississippi taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse case managers make in Southaven, MS?
Nurse Case Managers in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $38.10 per hour, about $79,250 a year. The middle half earn between $34.48 and $44.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Southaven a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 246th of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 272nd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers work in Southaven?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, led by Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Southaven as a nurse case manager?
Mississippi is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Mississippi license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Southaven?
The federal per diem benchmark in Southaven is $126 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,358 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse case managers in Southaven?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Southaven and across Mississippi. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Southaven.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Emanate HealthGlendora, CA · 3 postings$84.00/ hr$84–$84
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 6 postings$67.28/ hr$20–$95
- UMass Memorial Health CareMilford, MA · 4 postings$60.11/ hr$40–$85
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLynwood, CA · 3 postings$55.33/ hr$38–$66
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