Mississippi Car Registration Renewal Cost
Renewing a typical car's registration in Mississippi costs about $29 per year in state fees (a 3-year-old gas car). Use the calculator for your own car; every fee comes from Mississippi's official schedule (last reviewed October 7, 2026).
| Registration | $14 |
|---|---|
| Privilege tax | $15 |
| Renewal total | $29 |
Estimate of state renewal fees only. Your renewal notice shows the exact amount, including local fees.
What you pay when you renew in Mississippi
A renewal repeats only the yearly registration charges. The title fee, any transfer fee, new plates and the sales tax are paid once, when you buy or first register the car.
| Registration | $14 |
|---|---|
| Privilege tax | $15 |
| Renewal total | $29 |
- County ad valorem tax is extra and usually the largest part of a Mississippi tag bill.
How Mississippi sets the registration fee
- Total = sales tax + title + registration + privilege tax + ad valorem + EV/hybrid fee + doc fee
How to renew in Mississippi
Renew online, by mail or in person with the Mississippi motor vehicle agency. The renewal notice shows the exact amount, including any county or city fees, and what you need (usually proof of insurance). Official source: www.dor.ms.gov.
Buying a car in Mississippi instead?
The first registration also includes the title and sales tax: see the Mississippi car sales tax calculator and the Mississippi title transfer cost.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to renew a car registration in Mississippi?
About $29 per year in state fees for a typical 3-year-old gas car (Registration $14, Privilege tax $15). County ad valorem tax is extra and usually the largest part of a Mississippi tag bill.
How often do you renew your registration in Mississippi?
Every year for a standard passenger car.