Greene County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 2,979.
The median annual property tax in Greene County is $767, which is 18% lower than the Mississippi state average and 60% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $94,200. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$767
-18% vs State
-60% vs US
Median Home Value
$94,200
-26% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
+9% vs State
-15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,088
$91/mo
Without Mortgage
$682
$57/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 | $767 -12.9% | 0.81% |
| 2022 | $881 +12.9% | 0.90% |
| 2021 | $780 +5.5% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $739 +13.7% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $650 | 0.84% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,838
per year
Monthly Tax
$64
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Leake County
Tax: $775/yr Rate: 0.68%
Sunflower County
Tax: $909/yr Rate: 0.88%
Humphreys County
Tax: $980/yr Rate: 1.10%
Union County
Tax: $917/yr Rate: 0.58%
Jasper County
Tax: $710/yr Rate: 0.60%
Holmes County
Tax: $695/yr Rate: 0.91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Greene County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Greene County is $767 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $94,200.
How does Greene County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Greene County are 60% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Greene County? ▼
In Greene County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,088 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $682. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Greene County? ▼
Property taxes in Greene County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $55,838. 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.