Risk level is assigned during plan review and re-evaluated yearly at inspection. Fees are uniform statewide. Paid online via ms.gov; a small processing fee applies (checks/cash no longer accepted at county offices).
Mobile units are regulated by MSDH statewide under the Mississippi Food Code; fee follows the risk-based schedule. Confirm risk classification with MSDH Food Protection (601-364-2832).
| Category | Annual fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bakery / food processing | null - covered by the MSDH risk-based food establishment schedule (Risk 1 $40.00 / Risk 2 $132.25 / Risk 3 $198.00 / Risk 4 $264.50); no separate bakery line item | Risk level assigned at plan review. MSDH does not break out fees by establishment category. |
| Grocery / market with deli | null - covered by the MSDH risk-based food establishment schedule ($40.00-$264.50 by risk); no separate grocery line item | Deli/prep operations raise the assigned risk level within the single permit. |
| Temporary / seasonal event | null - temporary food event fee not published on the MSDH fee page; contact MSDH Food Protection (601-364-2832) | MSDH regulates temporary events statewide but does not publish a distinct temporary fee online. |