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Calculate Your 2026 Mississippi State Tax & Take-Home Pay
Calculate Your Mississippi Take-Home Pay
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4.7%
Standard Deduction
$6,000
Tax Type
Flat Rate
Mississippi Income Tax Overview 2026
Mississippi imposes a state income tax of 4.7%. Flat rate, eliminating by 2026. Your actual Mississippi tax liability depends on your filing status, deductions, and taxable income.
In addition to Mississippi state tax, all workers pay federal income tax (10%—7% progressive brackets) and FICA taxes (7.65% combined). Use our calculator above to see your complete tax breakdown.
State-Specific Tax Information
Mississippi has a flat state income tax rate of 4.7%, and the state is currently phasing out its income tax entirely by 2030 under a multi-year plan. The Mississippi Department of Revenue administers state taxes. This makes Mississippi increasingly attractive for workers and businesses seeking to minimize state tax burden.
Key Tax Features: Mississippi offers a standard deduction of $6,000 for single filers. The state does not tax Social Security benefits. As the income tax phases out, the state is relying more on sales taxes and property taxes for revenue.
Lowest Cost of Living: Mississippi consistently has the lowest cost of living in the United States, making it attractive for retirees and families. The state's economy includes agriculture (cotton, soybeans, poultry), shipbuilding (Ingalls Shipbuilding), and automotive manufacturing.
No Local Income Tax: Mississippi does not impose local income taxes on wages. Local governments rely on property taxes and some local sales taxes. The state sales tax rate is 7%.
Useful Resources
- Mississippi Department of Revenue —Official tax agency
- Mississippi Tax Forms —Form 80-105, 80-110 instructions
About Mississippi
Mississippi is on track to fully eliminate its income tax by 2026, following a multi-year phase-out plan. The state has the lowest cost of living in the U.S. and a strong agricultural and shipbuilding economy.
Frequently Asked Questions —Mississippi Taxes
What is the Mississippi state income tax rate for 2026?
Mississippi has a state income tax rate of 4.7%. Flat rate, eliminating by 2026. Use our calculator above to see your exact Mississippi state tax liability based on your income and filing status.
How much is take-home pay in Mississippi?
Your Mississippi take-home pay depends on federal tax, 4.7% state tax, and FICA (7.65%). For a $60,000 salary in Mississippi, estimated take-home is approximately $47,500—48,000 annually after all taxes.
Does Mississippi have local income taxes?
No, Mississippi does not impose local income taxes on wages. You only pay the state rate of 4.7% plus federal taxes and FICA.
Sources & assumptions
Last reviewed: May 24, 2026. This page is a simplified planning guide for state take-home pay. It uses the state rate summary shown above plus federal income tax and FICA assumptions from NumBoxHub's main paycheck calculator.
What is included: Federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and the visible state income-tax assumption for this page.
What may be excluded: Local wage taxes, city payroll taxes, state-specific credits, itemized deductions, employer benefits, retirement contributions, and official payroll withholding table adjustments.
Primary references: IRS 2026 tax inflation adjustments, Social Security wage base updates, and the relevant state tax agency publications.