Biloxi Sales Tax
Mississippi. Combined state + county + city. Category exemptions and how it compares to neighboring states.
Category exemptions in Mississippi
What gets taxed and what's exempt — these rules apply across the entire state of Mississippi, including Biloxi.
| Category | Rule | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | Taxed (full rate) | Full 7% state rate on groceries |
| Clothing | Taxed (full rate) | Everyday apparel and footwear. |
| Prescription drugs | Exempt | Prescribed medications dispensed by a licensed pharmacist. |
Mississippi sales tax holiday
At 7.00% combined rate, a $500 clothing purchase normally costs $35.00in tax. On the tax-free weekend (within caps), that's $0.00.
Sales tax on common amounts
| Purchase | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.70 | $10.70 |
| $50 | $3.50 | $53.50 |
| $100 | $7.00 | $107.00 |
| $250 | $17.50 | $267.50 |
| $500 | $35.00 | $535.00 |
| $1,000 | $70.00 | $1070.00 |
| $5,000 | $350.00 | $5350.00 |
| $10,000 | $700.00 | $10700.00 |
Border shopping — neighboring states
For larger purchases, driving to a neighboring state with lower sales tax can save real money. Top metro sales tax in each contiguous neighbor of Mississippi.
| State | Reference city | Rate | vs Biloxi | $1,000 savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi (current) | Biloxi | 7.00% | — | — |
| Arkansas | Jonesboro | 8.75% | +1.75% | — |
| Alabama | Huntsville | 9.00% | +2.00% | — |
| Tennessee | Nashville | 9.25% | +2.25% | — |
| Louisiana | Shreveport | 9.35% | +2.35% | — |
Use tax (state where you live) may still apply on out-of-state purchases for items shipped or for registered goods like vehicles. For everyday retail walked across the border, savings are realized at point of sale.
Other cities in Mississippi
Common questions
- What is the total sales tax rate in Biloxi?
- Biloxi, Mississippi charges a combined sales tax of 7.00%. That's 7.00% state tax plus 0.00% local (county + city + special district) on top.
- Are groceries taxed in Biloxi?
- Yes — Mississippi taxes groceries at the full rate. Full 7% state rate on groceries
- Is clothing taxed in Biloxi?
- Yes — Mississippi taxes clothing at the full combined rate of 7.00%. Look for the Sales Tax Holiday (Last Friday-Saturday in July) when clothing/footwear < $100 are tax-free.
- How do I save on sales tax when shopping in Biloxi?
- Three levers: (1) the Sales Tax Holiday in Last Friday-Saturday in July, (2) buy exempt categories (prescription drugs), (3) drive across the border if a nearby state has a lower rate.
Full data sources and formulas: /sources.
Estimate only — not tax advice. Local sales tax rates change frequently and may include special district levies not modeled here. Verify with the retailer or local taxing authority for large purchases. Category exemption rules and tax holidays change by year — check the Mississippi Department of Revenue for current rules. Methodology → Mississippi state rate →
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