Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption
Military retired pay is fully exempt from Mississippi state income tax.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Any military retiree receiving retired pay. No disability rating required. Must be a Mississippi resident filing state taxes.
SBP, RCSBP, and RSFPP annuities are also not taxed.
Claimed on Mississippi state tax return.
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Last checked 2026-05-05 against www.dor.ms.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Mississippi state agency before applying.
Other Mississippi Tax Benefits
VA Disability Pay Tax Exemption
VA disability pensions and military disability retirement pay are exempt from Mississippi income tax.
Reserve Component Pay Tax Exemption
First $15,000 of reserve component pay exempt from Mississippi state income tax.
Up to $750/year in tax savings
Homestead Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
Full exemption from all property taxes on homestead for 100% service-connected disabled veterans.
100% property tax exemption
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