Mississippi Tenant Rights
Mississippi has minimal tenant protections — no implied warranty of habitability at the state level.
Security Deposit
- Maximum allowed
- No statutory limit
- Return deadline
- 45 days
- Itemized deductions required
- No
Landlord Entry
- Notice required
- No statutory requirement
- Emergency exception
- Yes — landlord may enter without notice in genuine emergencies
Notice to Vacate
- Month-to-month
- 30 days
- Fixed-term lease
- No notice required — ends automatically
Rent Control
- Statewide rent control
- No
- Local ordinances allowed
- No
- Details
- No rent control in Mississippi.
Late Fees & Grace Period
- Grace period
- No statutory grace period
- Late fee limit
- No statutory limit
Early Lease Termination
Very limited protections. Military deployment (SCRA) applies. Otherwise, governed entirely by lease terms.
Key Statutes & Laws
- Mississippi Code § 89-8-1 et seq.
Frequently Asked Questions — Mississippi Tenant Rights
What is the security deposit limit in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, the security deposit limit is No statutory limit. Landlords must return the deposit within 45 days.
How much notice must a Mississippi landlord give before entering?
Mississippi requires No statutory requirement before landlord entry. Emergencies are exempt from notice requirements.
Does Mississippi have rent control?
No rent control in Mississippi.
Can I break my lease early in Mississippi?
Very limited protections. Military deployment (SCRA) applies. Otherwise, governed entirely by lease terms.
What is the late fee grace period in Mississippi?
No statutory grace period. Late fee limit: No statutory limit.
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This guide provides general information about Mississippi tenant rights and is not legal advice. Laws change — always verify current statutes with your local tenant rights organization or a licensed attorney. Last updated March 2026.