Starting a Business in Mississippi

LLC filing: $50 | Corp filing: $50 | Business-friendly score: 6.5/10

Business Environment at a Glance

6.5/10

Business-Friendly Score

0% - 5%

Income Tax

7%

State Sales Tax

$7.25

Minimum Wage

Business Filing Fees in Mississippi

ItemCostDetails
LLC Filing Fee $50 One-time, filed with Secretary of State
LLC Annual Fee $0 No annual fee required
Corporation Filing Fee $50 One-time, Articles of Incorporation
Corporation Annual Fee $25 Annual report/franchise tax

Tax Rates

State Income Tax0% - 5%
Corporate Tax Rate5%
State Sales Tax7%
Max Local Sales Tax1%
Minimum Wage$7.25/hr
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Mississippi Special Requirements

  • Annual report required for corporations ($25), not required for LLCs
  • Mississippi Sales Tax Permit required for retail businesses
  • Workers compensation required for 5+ employees
  • Mississippi Department of Employment Security registration for employers

Major Cities in Mississippi

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