How Much Does It Cost to Register a Boat in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, boat registration is handled by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks and renews every 3 years. The fee is based on boat length — from $10.99 for the smallest class up to $48.49 for the largest per cycle. Non-motorized craft like kayaks and canoes are generally exempt (check local rules for sailboats). Boats with motors — including trolling motors on otherwise unpowered craft — almost always require registration.
Cost by boat size
| Boat | Per year | One-time (title etc.) |
|---|---|---|
| 14-ft motorboat | $3.66 | — |
| 20-ft motorboat | $8.66 | — |
| 28-ft motorboat | $16.16 | — |
| Kayak/canoe (no motor) | Free — exempt from registration | |
- Boats 40 ft+ pay the same $48.49 as the 26–40 ft class. Titling is optional in Mississippi.
Estimate your exact Mississippi cost
Your boat
- Registration fee (by length)$25.99 per 3-year cycle$25.98
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-16. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
All figures computed from official fee schedules — sources: https://www.dor.ms.gov/motor-vehicle/motor-vehicle-ad-valorem-taxes — last reviewed 2026-07-16.