Humphreys County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 1,792.
The median annual property tax in Humphreys County is $980, which is 5% higher than the Mississippi state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $88,800. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$980
+5% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$88,800
-30% vs State
-58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.10%
+49% vs State
+16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,561
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$611
$51/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 | $980 +8.5% | 1.10% |
| 2022 | $903 +4.9% | 1.13% |
| 2021 | $861 +4.6% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $823 +11.8% | 1.17% |
| 2019 | $736 | 1.07% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$32,976
per year
Monthly Tax
$82
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Hinds County
Tax: $1,389/yr Rate: 0.92%
Pontotoc County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.66%
Yalobusha County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.82%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,286/yr Rate: 0.75%
Yazoo County
Tax: $1,150/yr Rate: 0.89%
Lowndes County
Tax: $1,008/yr Rate: 0.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Humphreys County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Humphreys County is $980 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $88,800.
How does Humphreys County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Humphreys County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.10% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Humphreys County? ▼
In Humphreys County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,561 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $611. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Humphreys County? ▼
Property taxes in Humphreys County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $32,976. 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.