Alcorn County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 9,340.
The median annual property tax in Alcorn County is $788, which is 15% lower than the Mississippi state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $132,300. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$788
-15% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$132,300
+4% vs State
-37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-19% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$956
$80/mo
Without Mortgage
$633
$53/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $788 -2.0% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $804 +2.3% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $786 +3.4% | 0.69% |
| 2020 | $760 +9.7% | 0.70% |
| 2019 | $693 | 0.67% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,404
per year
Monthly Tax
$66
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Sunflower County
Tax: $909/yr Rate: 0.88%
Grenada County
Tax: $1,247/yr Rate: 1.01%
Pontotoc County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.66%
Newton County
Tax: $821/yr Rate: 0.80%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,485/yr Rate: 0.72%
Lawrence County
Tax: $732/yr Rate: 0.70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Alcorn County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Alcorn County is $788 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $132,300.
How does Alcorn County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Alcorn County are 59% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Alcorn County? ▼
In Alcorn County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $956 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $633. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Alcorn County? ▼
Property taxes in Alcorn County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $49,404. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.