Sales Tax for Mississippi (2026)
Mississippi (MS) Key Facts
State Sales Tax Rate
7%
Has State Sales Tax
Yes
Local Taxes May Apply
Yes
Tax Type
Sales and use tax
How This Calculator Works in Mississippi
This calculator estimates the Mississippi sales tax on your purchase amount using the state rate of 7%. Enter your purchase price to see the tax amount and total cost.
Mississippi Overview
Mississippi imposes a flat 7% state sales tax with no local additions — one of the highest flat state rates in the country. The state taxes groceries at the full rate with no exemption, placing a heavier burden on food purchases than most states. A back-to-school sales tax holiday in July provides the only annual relief.
How Mississippi Compares
Mississippi's sales tax rate of 7% compares to Alabama at 4% and Tennessee at 7%. Combined with local rates, the effective sales tax burden varies by location.
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 4% | Alabama has a sales tax rate of 4%. |
| Tennessee | 7% | Tennessee has a sales tax rate of 7%. |
| Louisiana | 4.45% | Louisiana has a sales tax rate of 4.45%. |
Mississippi's sales tax rate of 7% compares to a national average of approximately 5.10%. This is above the national average.
Tips for Mississippi Residents
- 1Mississippi's 7% state sales tax rate is one of the highest in the nation, and it applies to nearly everything including groceries.
- 2Mississippi is one of only a few states that taxes groceries at the full rate with no reduced rate or exemption.
- 3There are no local option sales taxes in Mississippi — 7% is the uniform rate statewide.
- 4Prescription drugs are exempt, but over-the-counter medications are taxed at 7%.
- 5Mississippi holds a back-to-school sales tax holiday in late July for clothing and footwear under $100.