5 ways Amazon is investing in Mississippi

Key takeaways Amazon has invested $10 billion in Mississippi and contributed $8 billion to the state's economy. Amazon recently announced $25 billion in planned investment and 2,000 expected jobs for cloud computing infrastructure.

Amazon partners with Mississippi educational institutions through its Career Choice program, offering employees prepaid tuition for skills development. Mississippi-based independent sellers sold more than 2 million items through Amazon's store in 2025.

For more than 30 years, Amazon has been investing across the United States, strengthening local economies, and creating opportunities for communities nationwide. Mississippi is a prime example of this commitment, with Amazon building a substantial presence in the state.

Today, the Magnolia State serves as a growing innovation and logistics hub for Amazon, with investments including fulfillment centers, cloud computing infrastructure, renewable energy projects, and a Whole Foods Market.

The company's economic impact extends beyond our 7,000+ full- and part-time employees, indirectly supporting 20,000+ additional jobs, and helping local businesses reach customers around the world.

Here are five ways Amazon is investing in Mississippi: Page overview Investing in our employees 1 Investing in our employees 2 Investing in workforce development and upskilling 3 Building operations across the Magnolia State 4 Investing in critical infrastructure 5 Empowering Mississippi's small businesses 1.

Investing in our employees Amazon provides competitive wages and comprehensive benefits from Day 1. Operations employees in customer fulfillment and transportation earn an average hourly base wage of more than $23, with total compensation averaging more than $30 an hour when including benefits.

These benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance starting on Day 1, free mental health resources, up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave, a 401(k) with 50% company match, and flexible time-off options that increase with tenure.

Beyond 7,000+ direct jobs, Amazon's presence in Mississippi supports approximately 20,000+ indirect jobs in industries such as construction, logistics, professional services, and suppliers who we rely on every day. 8 free skills training programs that help Amazon employees land higher-paying roles Over 425,000 Amazon employees in the U. S.

participated in a skills training program since 2019. 2. Investing in workforce development and upskilling Amazon is committed to preparing its workforce for future opportunities through comprehensive education and skills training programs. Since 2019, more than 425,000 U. S. employees have participated in these free initiatives.

Building on this commitment, Amazon recently launched new workforce programs to help workers gain cloud computing skills and access to specialized training courses. In Mississippi, Amazon partners with educational institutions through its Career Choice program, which prepays 100% of tuition for employees pursuing further education.

These partnerships with colleges and universities across the state help Amazon employees gain in-demand skills that can propel them into new careers. From Machine Learning University to Career Choice, these programs represent Amazon's investment in developing talent and creating pathways to opportunity for its workforce. 3.

Building operations across the Magnolia State Since 2010, Amazon has invested $10 billion in Mississippi operations and employee compensation, contributing $8 billion to the state's gross domestic product.

These investments include five fulfillment and sortation centers, four delivery stations, and the company has expanded its retail footprint with a Whole Foods Market location in the state.

Amazon continues to grow its sustainable infrastructure as well, investing in five renewable energy projects that are enabling 616 megawatts of new carbon-free energy in Mississippi through solar and wind farms across the state—enough to power 152,000 U. S. homes.

These projects include Delta Wind, the state’s first utility-scale wind farm, which will generate tens of millions of dollars in consistent tax revenue for local communities.

Amazon plans to invest $25 billion in Mississippi data centers, create 2,000 jobs Amazon is creating high-paying jobs and strengthening the Magnolia State while building responsible infrastructure. 4.

Investing in critical infrastructure Since 2024, Amazon has announced $25 billion in planned investment for cloud computing infrastructure in Mississippi, which is estimated to create 2,000 full-time positions at the data centers.

The company has made investments across Hinds, Madison, and Warren counties that are helping transform Mississippi’s economy and are projected to generate hundreds of millions of dollars in new revenue, providing sustainable funding for essential services, schools, and infrastructure improvements that will benefit residents. In Madison County