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Estimates for 2026 using federal brackets from IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 and state rates from the Tax Foundation. Your employer’s withholding tables, W-4/state forms and benefits can change your actual paycheck. Not tax advice.
Enter your pay and choose how often you’re paid. The calculator uses 2026 federal brackets and Mississippi’s 2026 tax rules. Results are estimates: your employer’s withholding can differ slightly.
Mississippi income tax rates (2026)
Mississippi has a flat income tax of 4% on taxable income above a zero-rate amount.
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0-$9,999 | 0% |
| $10,000 and up | 4% |
Deductions and exemptions
| Deduction | Single | Married jointly |
|---|---|---|
| Standard deduction | $2,300 | $4,600 |
| Personal exemption | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Per dependent (exemption) | $1,500 | $1,500 |
Coming in 2027
Rate on taxable income over $10,000 falls from 4% to 3.75% for 2027, then 0.25 points a year to 3% in 2030 (Build Up Mississippi Act, signed March 27, 2025). On a $75,000 salary that is about $142 a year less state tax. See 2027 paycheck changes.
Local taxes in Mississippi
Mississippi doesn’t have local income taxes on wages for most workers.
Minimum wage and final pay in Mississippi
Minimum wage: $7.25 an hour. No change is scheduled. Tipped cash wage: $2.13. Final paycheck if fired: no state law. Rules checked October 25, 2026; see Mississippi minimum wage and final pay rules.
Take-home pay examples in Mississippi (2026)
Single filer, paid every two weeks, no dependents or pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | Federal income tax | Social Security + Medicare | Mississippi taxes | Take-home pay | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $868 | $33,452 | $1,287 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $1,668 | $48,722 | $1,874 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $2,468 | $62,642 | $2,409 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $3,268 | $75,912 | $2,920 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $5,268 | $108,523 | $4,174 |
Federal taxes on every Mississippi paycheck
- Federal income tax: 10% to 37% on income above the $16,100 standard deduction (single) or $32,200 (married filing jointly). See 2026 tax brackets.
- Social Security: 6.2% of wages up to $184,500.
- Medicare, 1.45% of all wages, plus 0.9% above $200,000.
How to take home more
- Contribute to a 401(k) or 403(b), it lowers federal and Mississippi income tax now.
- Use HSA or FSA accounts for health costs; they usually avoid federal income tax and FICA.
- Check your W-4: a big refund means too much is withheld. See how to fill out a W-4.
Frequently asked questions
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 pre-tax deductions. Use the calculator for your exact situation.
Does Mississippi have a state income tax?
Yes: flat 4%.
Why is my paycheck different from this estimate?
Employers withhold using IRS and state withholding tables, which approximate your annual tax. Benefits, W-4 choices, bonuses and local taxes also change each paycheck.
Questions from readers
Question about Mississippi? Ask it here. We answer general questions on this page. For your own situation, check with a tax professional.
