Mississippi Pay Frequency Laws
Mississippi pay frequency laws: how often employers must pay wages, payday deadlines, and final paycheck rules.
Mississippi employers must pay wages biweekly or twice monthly for covered employers.
| Frequency | Legal in Mississippi? |
|---|---|
| Weekly | Allowed |
| Biweekly | Allowed |
| Semi-monthly | Allowed |
| Monthly | Exceptions only |
Payday deadline
Biweekly or twice monthly for covered employers — Manufacturing 50+ employees & public utilities.
Final pay after separation
Fired: Next payday. Quit: Next payday.
Industry exceptions
Manufacturing 50+ employees & public utilities
Statute
Source: Miss. Code 71-1-33. Last verified: 2026. Pay rules change — confirm with your state labor department.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often must employers pay employees in Mississippi?
Biweekly or twice monthly for covered employers. Paying more often than required is always allowed.
Can my employer pay me monthly in Mississippi?
Only for exempt employees or by written agreement in limited cases.
When is my final paycheck due in Mississippi?
If fired: Next payday. If you quit: Next payday.