Settling an estate in Mississippi
In Mississippi, probate typically takes 6-18 months. Estates under $50,000 can usually use a simpler small-estate process. Mississippi has no state estate tax and no inheritance tax.
The key numbers
Reviewed January 2026- Typical probate timeline
- 6-18 months
- Small estate limit
- $50,000
- Small estate process
- Muniment of title procedure for estates under $50K.
- Deadline to file the will / open probate
- No strict deadline
- State estate tax
- No
- Inheritance tax
- No
- Executor pay
- Statutory maximum: 7% of estate value.
- Community property state
- No
- Homestead protection
- $75,000 homestead exemption (160 acres)
Deadlines to know
- Creditor claims period
- 90 days from first publication
- Final income tax
- April 15 of following year
Common questions
How long does probate take in Mississippi?
Probate in Mississippi typically takes 6-18 months. Simple estates move faster; disputes, real estate in other states, or a business can stretch it.
What is the small estate limit in Mississippi?
$50,000. Muniment of title procedure for estates under $50K.
Does Mississippi have an estate or inheritance tax?
No. Mississippi has no state estate tax. It has no inheritance tax.
How much does an executor get paid in Mississippi?
Statutory maximum: 7% of estate value.
Next steps
Read the full Mississippi estate settlement guide, or start with Executor 101.
Get a Mississippi checklist with Afterward →Figures last reviewed January 2026. Laws change, and this is general information, not legal advice. Confirm with the Mississippi probate court in the county where your loved one lived, or a local estate attorney.