Mississippi Sales Tax Calculator (2025)
Find up-to-date Mississippi sales tax rates for 2025. The state rate is 7.00%, local add-ons up to 2.00%, with an average combined rate around 8.00%. Includes exemptions and breakdowns for major cities.
Mississippi applies a statewide sales tax rate of 7%. Cities may add up to 2% in local tourism or special-purpose taxes, bringing total rates as high as 9%.
Mississippi Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — this calculator uses the average combined rate for Mississippi.
Overview of Mississippi Sales Tax
Mississippi’s 7% base rate applies to most goods and some services. Local option taxes are common in larger cities, primarily used for tourism, public safety, and infrastructure projects.
Comparison With Neighboring States
Alabama averages 9.2%, Louisiana 9.5%, and Arkansas around 9.4%. Mississippi’s combined rates are comparable to its southern neighbors.
Business Tax Information
Businesses must register with the Mississippi Department of Revenue to collect and remit sales tax. Filing frequency depends on monthly or quarterly revenue levels.
All Cities in Mississippi
Browse detailed city-level rates across Mississippi.
Jackson
8.00%
Jackson applies a combined sales tax rate of about 8%, including Mississippi’s 7% base and a 1% local option tax.
Gulfport
8.00%
Gulfport applies a total rate of 8%, combining Mississippi’s 7% state rate with a 1% local surcharge.
Biloxi
9.00%
Biloxi’s combined sales tax rate is around 9%, among the highest in Mississippi due to tourism-related surcharges.
Hattiesburg
8.00%
Hattiesburg’s total sales tax rate is 8%, including Mississippi’s 7% base rate and a 1% city surcharge.
Tupelo
8.00%
Tupelo’s combined rate is 8%, including a local 1% option tax used for community development.
Meridian
8.00%
Meridian applies a total 8% sales tax rate, with a 1% local option surcharge.
Southaven
8.00%
Southaven applies a total 8% rate, combining Mississippi’s state tax and a 1% local surcharge.
Olive Branch
8.00%
Olive Branch applies a total of 8%, including the state and local tax portions.
Vicksburg
9.00%
Vicksburg’s total rate is around 9%, including the 7% state tax and 2% local additions for tourism projects.
Greenville
8.00%
Greenville applies a total 8% sales tax, combining state and local rates.
FAQs for Mississippi
What is Mississippi’s state sales tax rate?
7% statewide.
Can cities add local sales taxes?
Yes, many cities add 1–2% local option taxes for tourism or infrastructure.
What’s the highest total rate?
Up to 9% in certain areas like Biloxi and Vicksburg.
Are groceries taxed?
Yes, Mississippi taxes groceries at the full 7% rate.