Per diem · MississippiFY2027
Starkville, MS
GSA rates valid October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 · covers Oktibbeha
Lodging / night$133same all year
M&IE / day$68meals + incidentals
First/last day$5175% of M&IE
Max per full day$201
Above standard rate+$20lodging vs $113
vs FY2026 peak+$8+6.4% · M&IE unchanged
Lodging month by month
Oct$133
Nov$133
Dec$133
Jan$133
Feb$133
Mar$133
Apr$133
May$133
Jun$133
Jul$133
Aug$133
Sep$133
Oct 2026Same rate all yearSep 2027
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FY2027 rates by season
| Dates | Max lodging | M&IE | Max per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| All year | $133 | $68 | $201 |
Lodging rates do not include hotel taxes, which are reimbursed separately.
M&IE breakdown for $68
Deduct a meal when it is provided, for example a conference lunch.
| Meal | Amount |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | $16 |
| Lunch | $19 |
| Dinner | $28 |
| Incidental expenses | $5 |
| Total M&IE per day | $68 |
| First and last day of travel (75%) | $51 |
Rate history
Lodging and M&IE by fiscal year.
| Fiscal year | Lodging | M&IE | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2027 | $133 | $68 | 1 |
| FY2026 | $125 | $68 | 1 |
| FY2025 | $125 | $68 | 1 |
Driving? The GSA rate for your own car is 76¢ per mile from July 1, 2026. Mileage rates and calculator →
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Common questions
What is the per diem rate for Starkville in FY2027?
For October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027, the GSA lodging rate in Starkville, MS is $133 per night, and the meals and incidental expenses (M&IE) rate is $68 per day.
How much is M&IE on the first and last day in Starkville?
Federal travelers get 75% of the M&IE rate on the first and last day of travel: $51 in Starkville.
Which counties does the Starkville per diem rate cover?
The Starkville rate applies to: Oktibbeha. Places outside the listed counties use the standard CONUS rate of $113 lodging and $68 M&IE.
Is the lodging rate the amount I get paid?
No. Lodging is a maximum. You are reimbursed your actual hotel cost up to the nightly rate; hotel taxes are reimbursed separately. M&IE is a flat daily allowance.