Jackson County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 41,043.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $1,332, which is 43% higher than the Mississippi state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $181,700. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,332
+43% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$181,700
+42% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.73%
-1% vs State
-23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,567
$131/mo
Without Mortgage
$953
$79/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 | $1,332 +4.2% | 0.73% |
| 2022 | $1,278 +5.4% | 0.79% |
| 2021 | $1,212 +2.8% | 0.83% |
| 2020 | $1,179 +2.6% | 0.82% |
| 2019 | $1,149 | 0.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,756
per year
Monthly Tax
$111
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Lamar County
Tax: $1,459/yr Rate: 0.67%
Wilkinson County
Tax: $691/yr Rate: 0.86%
Jasper County
Tax: $710/yr Rate: 0.60%
Lafayette County
Tax: $1,672/yr Rate: 0.64%
Amite County
Tax: $435/yr Rate: 0.48%
Madison County
Tax: $2,071/yr Rate: 0.72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $1,332 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $181,700.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.73% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,567 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $953. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $64,756. 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.