Mississippi income tax rates for 2026
0% on the first $10,000 of taxable income and 4% above it (down from 4.4% in 2025). The calculation starts from Mississippi gross income.
| Rate | Taxable income |
|---|---|
| 0% | $0 – $10,000 |
| 4% | Over $10,000 |
Deductions, exemptions and credits
Before the rates apply, Mississippi allows a standard deduction of $2,300 (single) or $4,600 (married filing jointly) and a personal exemption of $6,000 (single) or $12,000 (joint). The calculator uses these for the filing status you choose; dependent exemptions and credits, which lower the tax further for families, are not included.
Worked example: $75,000 in Mississippi
Single filer with $75,000 of income before state deductions.
Taxable income = $75,000 − $2,300 (standard deduction) − $6,000 (personal exemption) = $66,700.00
Brackets: 0% × $10,000.00 + 4% × $56,700.00 = $2,268.00
Mississippi income tax = $2,268.00 — an effective rate of 3.02% and a marginal rate of 4%.
Mississippi income tax at common incomes
| Income | Single | Effective | Married jointly | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $468 | 1.56% | $136 | 0.45% |
| $50,000 | $1,268 | 2.54% | $936 | 1.87% |
| $75,000 | $2,268 | 3.02% | $1,936 | 2.58% |
| $100,000 | $3,268 | 3.27% | $2,936 | 2.94% |
| $150,000 | $5,268 | 3.51% | $4,936 | 3.29% |
| $250,000 | $9,268 | 3.71% | $8,936 | 3.57% |
Income before state deductions; standard deduction and personal exemptions for the filer (and spouse) only; no dependents, itemized deductions or local taxes.
Mississippi compared with nearby states
At $75,000 (single), Mississippi ranks 35 of 51 for state income tax, where 1 is the highest. Tennessee does not tax wages.
| State | Tax on $75,000 | Effective rate | Top rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $2,268 | 3.02% | 4% |
| Louisiana | $1,864 | 2.48% | 3% |
| Arkansas | $2,287 | 3.05% | 3.7% |
| Tennessee | $0 | 0% | none |
| Alabama | $3,127 | 4.17% | 5% |
More about taxes in Mississippi
- The first $10,000 of taxable income is untaxed, and the rate on the rest fell to 4% for 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Mississippi income tax rate for 2026?
0% on the first $10,000 of taxable income and 4% above it (down from 4.4% in 2025). A single filer with $75,000 of income pays an effective 3.02% after deductions.
How much Mississippi income tax do I pay on $75,000?
About $2,268 for a single filer — 3.02% of income — after $2,300 of standard deduction and $6,000 of personal exemption. A married couple with $150,000 owes about $4,936.
What deductions does Mississippi allow?
Mississippi allows a standard deduction of $2,300 (single) or $4,600 (married filing jointly) and a personal exemption of $6,000 (single) or $12,000 (joint). Dependent exemptions or credits, where the state offers them, lower the tax further.
Is Mississippi's income tax higher than its neighbors'?
At $75,000 (single), Mississippi ranks 35 of 51 for state income tax, where 1 is the highest. Among nearby states, Tennessee is lowest at $0 and Alabama is highest at $3,127.
Estimates only — not tax advice. Mississippi figures: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026 (as of Jan. 1, 2026). Checked October 2026. Your return may include income, deductions and credits this estimate leaves out.