Clarke County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 5,250.
The median annual property tax in Clarke County is $570, which is 39% lower than the Mississippi state average and 70% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $114,300. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$570
-39% vs State
-70% vs US
Median Home Value
$114,300
-10% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-32% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$885
$74/mo
Without Mortgage
$445
$37/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 | $570 +2.7% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $555 -0.7% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $559 +3.7% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $539 +3.5% | 0.66% |
| 2019 | $521 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$46,054
per year
Monthly Tax
$48
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Walthall County
Tax: $946/yr Rate: 0.78%
Lamar County
Tax: $1,459/yr Rate: 0.67%
Yazoo County
Tax: $1,150/yr Rate: 0.89%
Jefferson Davis County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.84%
Lowndes County
Tax: $1,008/yr Rate: 0.64%
Webster County
Tax: $629/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clarke County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clarke County is $570 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $114,300.
How does Clarke County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clarke County are 70% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clarke County? ▼
In Clarke County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $885 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $445. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clarke County? ▼
Property taxes in Clarke County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $46,054. 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.