Physician Salary in Mississippi
Take-home pay breakdown using 2025 tax rates — single filer, standard deduction
Full Tax Breakdown — Mississippi
Based on national median Physician salary of $229,300, single filer, 2025 tax year
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Mississippi vs. National Average
First $10,000 exempt. Flat 4.4% on income above $10,000 (rate being reduced to 3% by 2030).
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Frequently Asked Questions — Physician in Mississippi
How much does a Physician take home in Mississippi?
On a national median salary of $229,300, a Physician in Mississippi takes home approximately $159,868/year ($13,322/month) after federal income tax, Mississippi state income tax, and FICA taxes. This represents an effective total tax rate of 30.3%.
What is the Mississippi state income tax rate for a Physician?
On a $229,300 salary, the effective Mississippi state income tax rate is 4.0%, resulting in $9,284 in state taxes annually. Mississippi's marginal rate for this income level is higher, but credits and deductions reduce the effective rate.
How does Mississippi compare to other states for Physicians?
State tax burden is a key factor in take-home pay comparison. Mississippi's 4.0% effective state tax rate places it in the middle range nationally. To compare all states, use the "Salary by State" table above.
What other taxes does a Physician pay in Mississippi?
In addition to federal and state income taxes, workers pay FICA taxes: Social Security (6.2% on wages up to the $168,600 wage base in 2025) and Medicare (1.45%, plus 0.9% surcharge on earnings over $200,000). Local income taxes may also apply in some Mississippi cities. Mississippi's property tax rate is 0.7%, and the state sales tax rate is 7.0%.
Calculations use 2025 federal and state tax rates. Single filer, standard deduction. Does not include local taxes, pre-tax retirement contributions, or employer benefits. Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) OEWS. Last updated: March 2025. For personalized calculations, use the Paycheck Calculator.