How Mississippi taxes your paycheck in 2026
Mississippi taxes income above $10,000 at 4% in 2026, and the rate is scheduled to keep falling each year.
- The first $10,000 of taxable income is tax-free, and the rate above that dropped from 4.4% to 4% for 2026.
- The rate is scheduled to fall to 3.75% in 2027 and 3% by 2030, with a possible full phase-out later.
- Mississippi gives a $6,000 personal exemption ($12,000 for couples) plus a $2,300 standard deduction ($4,600 for couples).
Mississippi 2026 income tax brackets
| Rate | Single | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|---|
| 0% | $0 – $10,000 | $0 – $10,000 |
| 4% | Over $10,000 | Over $10,000 |
Brackets apply to taxable income, after the state standard deduction.
Take-home pay in Mississippi at common salaries
| Salary | Take-home per year | Every 2 weeks | Mississippi taxes | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,452 | $1,287 | $868 | 16.4% |
| $60,000 | $48,722 | $1,874 | $1,668 | 18.8% |
| $75,000 | $59,324 | $2,282 | $2,268 | 20.9% |
| $100,000 | $75,912 | $2,920 | $3,268 | 24.1% |
| $150,000 | $108,523 | $4,174 | $5,268 | 27.7% |
Single filer, paid every two weeks, no 401(k) or pre-tax benefits, excluding local taxes.
Example
A single filer in Mississippi earning $75,000 a year, paid every two weeks with no 401(k), takes home about $2,282 per paycheck, or $59,324 a year. Federal income tax is about $7,670, Social Security and Medicare $5,738, and Mississippi taxes $2,268.
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Common questions
What is Mississippi's income tax rate for 2026?
4% on taxable income above $10,000; income below that isn't taxed.
Is Mississippi eliminating its income tax?
It's phasing the rate down to 3% by 2030, with further cuts possible if revenue targets are met.
Do Mississippi cities have income tax?
No. Only the state income tax applies.
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Mississippi?
About $59,324 a year, or $2,282 every two weeks, for a single filer with no 401(k) contributions.
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