Find more information about your Mississippi state income taxes below. Check your filing status & refund for any state.
Where’s my Mississippi tax refund?
Check the status of your tax refund using these resources.
State: Mississippi
Refund Status Website: Mississippi Department of Revenue
Refund Status Phone Support: 601-923-7801 (24-hour refund line) or 601-923-7700 (daily phone, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
General Tax Information: 601-923-7700
Online Contact Form: Contact Mississippi Department of Revenue
2024 State Tax Filing Deadline: April 15, 2025
Note: Please wait at least 10 business days before calling about your refund. Generally, the earlier you e-file, the quicker the refund processing times will be. Refund checks are typically mailed within 10 weeks.
Mississippi tax brackets
Here is a look at the income tax brackets for the state of Mississippi based on filing status. These tax brackets can help you calculate your Mississippi tax refund.
| Tax Rate | Income |
|---|---|
| 0% | $0-$10,000 |
| 4.7% | Over $10,000 |
If you need more information on how federal tax brackets work you can use our federal tax bracket calculator.
Mississippi standard deductions and personal exemption amounts
Taxpayers in Mississippi can claim a standard deduction on their state return only if they claimed the standard deduction on their federal return. The 2024 standard deduction amount available for Mississippi taxpayers is based on filing status:
| Filer Type | Standard Deduction |
|---|---|
| Single | $2,300 |
| Head of Household | $3,400 |
| Married Filing Separately | $2,300 |
| Married Filing Jointly or Surviving Spouse | $4,600 |
Mississippi taxpayers can also claim a personal exemption on their tax returns. The amount they are eligible to claim also depends on their e-filing status. Personal exemption amounts for 2024 are:
| Filer Type | Personal Exemption |
|---|---|
| Single | $6,000 |
| Head of Household | $8,000 |
| Married Filing Separately | $6,000 |
| Married Filing Jointly or Surviving Spouse | $12,000 |
| Dependent (other than self or spouse) | $1,500 |
| Taxpayer over 65 | $1,500 (in addition to the personal exemption amount for their filing status) |
If you or your spouse are blind, add an additional $1,500 to your personal exemption. Learn more about Mississippi tax rates, exemptions, and deductions on the Department of Revenue website.
