Leflore County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 5,391.
The median annual property tax in Leflore County is $1,037, which is 11% higher than the Mississippi state average and 46% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $98,200. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,037
+11% vs State
-46% vs US
Median Home Value
$98,200
-23% vs State
-54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
+43% vs State
+12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,490
$124/mo
Without Mortgage
$821
$68/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 | $1,037 -8.5% | 1.06% |
| 2022 | $1,133 +20.1% | 1.19% |
| 2021 | $943 +3.6% | 1.11% |
| 2020 | $910 +2.5% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $888 | 1.09% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$33,188
per year
Monthly Tax
$86
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Itawamba County
Tax: $779/yr Rate: 0.64%
Tunica County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.44%
Panola County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.77%
Wilkinson County
Tax: $691/yr Rate: 0.86%
Tippah County
Tax: $963/yr Rate: 0.75%
Rankin County
Tax: $1,384/yr Rate: 0.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Leflore County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Leflore County is $1,037 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $98,200.
How does Leflore County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Leflore County are 46% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.06% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Leflore County? ▼
In Leflore County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,490 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $821. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Leflore County? ▼
Property taxes in Leflore County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $33,188. 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.