Cities in Mississippi
We cover 2 places in Mississippi, home to 218,000 residents. The largest is Jackson (141,000), the fastest growing since 2020 is Gulfport (+4.9%), and the lowest metro price level is in Jackson (89.0). The top state income tax rate is 4%. The average combined sales tax is 7.06%.
| City | Population 2025 | Growth | Home value | Rent | Income | Price level | Jan high | Jul high |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 141,196 | -8.1% | $111,700 | $1,055 | $42,071 | 89.0 | 57° | 92° |
| Gulfport | 76,506 | +4.9% | $174,600 | $1,086 | $49,919 | 90.0 | 61° | 90° |
Taxes in Mississippi
Mississippi has a flat income tax with a top rate of 4% in 2026. The state sales tax is 7%, and with the average local rate added it comes to 7.06%. Source: Tax Foundation, 2026. Local income taxes are not included.