Forrest County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 16,964.
The median annual property tax in Forrest County is $1,284, which is 38% higher than the Mississippi state average and 33% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $152,900. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,284
+38% vs State
-33% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,900
+20% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+14% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,616
$135/mo
Without Mortgage
$863
$72/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 | $1,284 -2.4% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $1,315 +7.7% | 0.91% |
| 2021 | $1,221 +3.7% | 0.94% |
| 2020 | $1,178 +2.3% | 1.00% |
| 2019 | $1,151 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,821
per year
Monthly Tax
$107
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Pearl River County
Tax: $1,181/yr Rate: 0.68%
George County
Tax: $1,086/yr Rate: 0.65%
Leake County
Tax: $775/yr Rate: 0.68%
Issaquena County
Tax: $314/yr Rate: 0.35%
Pontotoc County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.66%
Tate County
Tax: $1,328/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Forrest County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Forrest County is $1,284 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $152,900.
How does Forrest County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Forrest County are 33% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Forrest County? ▼
In Forrest County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,616 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $863. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Forrest County? ▼
Property taxes in Forrest County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $52,821. 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.