Mississippi Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Mississippi? We analyzed 242 verified OTD quotes from 80 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 80 rated Mississippi dealers is $328, $72 below the national average, based on 242 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Magnolia State
Mississippi's dealer grade: B
89/100 average transparency score
36th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Mississippi has the 36th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $328.
- 60 of 80 rated Mississippi dealers earned an A for transparency; 8 earned a D or F.
- Bob Boyte Honda in Pearl is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 7 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Mississippi range from $0 to $898 — Hallmark Hyundai charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Mississippi is protection plan, appearing on 42% of itemized quotes at an average of $502.
Mississippi Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Mississippi
The most transparent dealers in Mississippi, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Bob Boyte Honda
Pearl, MS
$62 above the Mississippi average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesBob Boyte Honda Moss Point
Moss Point, MS
$62 above the Mississippi average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesDossett Big 4 Buick GMC Cadillac Inc.
Tupelo, MS
$244 below the Mississippi average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesCarl Hogan Honda
Biloxi, MSBiloxi, MS
Toyota Of Jackson
Jackson, MSJackson, MS
Toyota Of Hattiesburg
Hattiesburg, MSHattiesburg, MS
Oakes Toyota
Greenville, MSGreenville, MS
Mac Haik Madison
Madison, MSMadison, MS
Kendrick Key Hyundai Of Batesville
Batesville, MSBatesville, MS
Barnes Crossing Kia
Saltillo, MSSaltillo, MS
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Highest Doc Fees in Mississippi
These Mississippi dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $328.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hallmark Hyundai | $898 | 7 |
| 2 | Marshall Ford | $499 | 3 |
| 3 | Kendrick Key Hyundai Of Batesville | $435 | 4 |
| 4 | Barnes Crossing Kia | $435 | 6 |
| 5 | Carl Hogan Honda | $425 | 3 |
| 6 | Toyota Of Jackson | $425 | 8 |
| 7 | Toyota Of Hattiesburg | $425 | 8 |
| 8 | Oakes Toyota | $425 | 19 |
| 9 | Mac Haik Madison | $425 | 3 |
| 10 | All-Star Chevrolet | $425 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Mississippi
These Mississippi dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mossy Of Picayune | D 67.2/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Serra Toyota | D 69/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Gray Daniels Nissan Brandon | B 81.5/100 | $425 | 5 |
| Mac Haik Chevrolet | B 82.1/100 | $0 | 7 |
| Hallmark Hyundai | B 82.7/100 | $898 | 7 |
| Pat Peck Honda | B 84.5/100 | $425 | 3 |
| Cannon Ford Lincoln Of Starkville | B 84.5/100 | $425 | 3 |
| J. Allen Toyota | B 88.1/100 | $425 | 12 |
| Walt Massey CDJR Columbia | A 90/100 | $0 | 3 |
| J. Allen Mazda | A 90/100 | $0 | 4 |
Most Common Add-ons in Mississippi
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Mississippi, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Mississippi
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Mississippi?
Toyota
12 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Ford
8 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Chevrolet
6 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Honda
6 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Hyundai
6 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
GMC
5 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Dodge
5 dealers · Avg score: 66/100
Jeep
5 dealers · Avg score: 66/100
Ram
5 dealers · Avg score: 66/100
Chrysler
4 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Nissan
4 dealers · Avg score: 65/100
Buick
3 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Mazda
2 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
BMW
2 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
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How Mississippi compares to its neighbors
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Mississippi Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Mississippi?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Mississippi is $328, based on 242 verified out-the-door quotes from 80 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $72 below the $400 national average.
Which Mississippi dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Hallmark Hyundai charges the highest verified doc fee in Mississippi at $898. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $898.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Mississippi?
Bob Boyte Honda in Pearl is the highest-rated dealer in Mississippi with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 7 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Mississippi?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Mississippi dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 60 of 80 rated Mississippi dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.