Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 3,582.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson Davis County is $728, which is 22% lower than the Mississippi state average and 62% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $87,100. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$728
-22% vs State
-62% vs US
Median Home Value
$87,100
-32% vs State
-59% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+14% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$762
$64/mo
Without Mortgage
$686
$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 | $728 -0.8% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $734 +9.7% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $669 -2.8% | 0.78% |
| 2020 | $688 +14.5% | 0.83% |
| 2019 | $601 | 0.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$37,183
per year
Monthly Tax
$61
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Sharkey County
Tax: $1,008/yr Rate: 0.93%
Jones County
Tax: $1,116/yr Rate: 0.88%
Lowndes County
Tax: $1,008/yr Rate: 0.64%
Lee County
Tax: $1,356/yr Rate: 0.72%
Lincoln County
Tax: $945/yr Rate: 0.72%
Coahoma County
Tax: $1,071/yr Rate: 1.24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson Davis County is $728 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $87,100.
How does Jefferson Davis County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson Davis County are 62% 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 Jefferson Davis County? ▼
In Jefferson Davis County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $762 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $686. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson Davis County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson Davis County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $37,183. 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.