Lafayette County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 11,704.
The median annual property tax in Lafayette County is $1,672, which is 80% higher than the Mississippi state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $260,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,672
+80% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$260,500
+104% vs State
+23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.64%
-14% vs State
-33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,073
$173/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,346
$112/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 | $1,672 +6.7% | 0.64% |
| 2022 | $1,567 +8.7% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $1,442 -6.1% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $1,536 -0.3% | 0.70% |
| 2019 | $1,540 | 0.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,334
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Newton County
Tax: $821/yr Rate: 0.80%
Noxubee County
Tax: $861/yr Rate: 1.01%
Perry County
Tax: $947/yr Rate: 0.75%
George County
Tax: $1,086/yr Rate: 0.65%
Pearl River County
Tax: $1,181/yr Rate: 0.68%
Jackson County
Tax: $1,332/yr Rate: 0.73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lafayette County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lafayette County is $1,672 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $260,500.
How does Lafayette County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lafayette County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lafayette County? ▼
In Lafayette County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,073 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,346. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lafayette County? ▼
Property taxes in Lafayette County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $64,334. 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.