Mississippi at a Glance
Statistics reflect the latest available data from the U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy, and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Data years vary by reporting source.
60,465
Employer establishments operate across Mississippi.
These businesses represent thousands of potential customers, vendors, suppliers, employers, sponsors, referral partners, and community collaborators.
45.4 Billion
Mississippi employers generated more than $45.4 billion in annual payroll in 2023.
When Mississippi businesses grow, they create income, careers, purchasing power, and opportunities that strengthen communities across the state.
253,350
Mississippi has more than 253,000 nonemployer establishments.
These independently operated businesses include entrepreneurs, self-employed professionals, contractors, creators, consultants, and service providers working to build something of their own.
5,580
New business applications were filed in Mississippi in June 2026 alone.
Every month, entrepreneurs continue launching new businesses across the state, creating new products, services, jobs, and opportunities for collaboration.
47%
Small businesses account for approximately 47% of Mississippi employment.
Small businesses are not a small part of our economy. They are employers, service providers, innovators, community supporters, and an essential part of Mississippi’s economic foundation.
956,079
People were employed by Mississippi establishments in 2023.
Behind every employment number is a business, organization, industry, and individual contributing to Mississippi’s economy.
1.19 Million
Mississippi supported approximately 1.19 million nonfarm jobs in June 2026.
These jobs span industries including healthcare, education, manufacturing, construction, professional services, retail, hospitality, finance, transportation, government, and many more.
75%
75% of Mississippi exporters are small and medium-sized businesses.
Mississippi is home to 1,454 small and medium-sized businesses that export products around the world, proving that businesses of every size can compete in the global marketplace.