Mississippi charges sales tax (motor vehicle rate) of 5% statewide on vehicles, with no local add-on. A trade-in does reduce the taxable price, which is real money on the deal.
Mississippi has no local sales tax on vehicles (a few cities have special tourism taxes that do not apply to vehicle sales).
Manufacturer rebates are included in the taxable gross proceeds (taxed before rebate).
The annual ad valorem tax, not the sales tax, is the large recurring cost for Mississippi owners.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Title | $9.00 |
| Registration | ~$30 |
Lease tax applies to each monthly payment rather than to the full price of the car, so you pay it as you go.
Pick your city for the exact combined rate where you register, plus what title and registration run there.
5%. Mississippi applies one rate statewide on vehicles, so it does not change from city to city.
Tax applies to the net difference when a motor vehicle is taken in trade (Miss. Code 27-65-17).
Title is $9.00. State privilege tax on private passenger vehicles $15 per year plus small state/county fees (roughly $30 in fees), collected with the county ad valorem tax, which is the dominant cost. Fast Track title $39 optional.
Yes, at $425. Mississippi Motor Vehicle Commission Regulation 8.1: document/service fee may not exceed $425 and must carry the statutory notice.
Tax applies to each monthly payment rather than the whole price of the car, so the tax is spread across the lease.
Rates, fees, and rules change. These figures are estimates for planning, not tax advice; confirm the final numbers with the dealer and your state's motor vehicle agency before you buy.