Bolivar County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 7,258.
The median annual property tax in Bolivar County is $961, which is 3% higher than the Mississippi state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $123,600. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$961
+3% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$123,600
-3% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
+5% vs State
-18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,353
$113/mo
Without Mortgage
$638
$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 | $961 -0.7% | 0.78% |
| 2022 | $968 -1.2% | 0.82% |
| 2021 | $980 -2.7% | 0.96% |
| 2020 | $1,007 +13.3% | 1.02% |
| 2019 | $889 | 0.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$37,315
per year
Monthly Tax
$80
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Monroe County
Tax: $859/yr Rate: 0.75%
Jackson County
Tax: $1,332/yr Rate: 0.73%
Yalobusha County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.82%
Holmes County
Tax: $695/yr Rate: 0.91%
Rankin County
Tax: $1,384/yr Rate: 0.62%
Clarke County
Tax: $570/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bolivar County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bolivar County is $961 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $123,600.
How does Bolivar County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bolivar County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.78% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bolivar County? ▼
In Bolivar County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,353 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $638. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bolivar County? ▼
Property taxes in Bolivar County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $37,315. 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.