Lowndes County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 14,224.
The median annual property tax in Lowndes County is $1,008, which is 8% higher than the Mississippi state average and 48% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $157,400. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,008
+8% vs State
-48% vs US
Median Home Value
$157,400
+23% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.64%
-14% vs State
-33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,083
$90/mo
Without Mortgage
$779
$65/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 | $1,008 +6.3% | 0.64% |
| 2022 | $948 +14.2% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $830 +5.7% | 0.58% |
| 2020 | $785 +1.8% | 0.58% |
| 2019 | $771 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,460
per year
Monthly Tax
$84
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
DeSoto County
Tax: $1,595/yr Rate: 0.64%
Choctaw County
Tax: $472/yr Rate: 0.45%
Covington County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.69%
Benton County
Tax: $716/yr Rate: 0.66%
Humphreys County
Tax: $980/yr Rate: 1.10%
Noxubee County
Tax: $861/yr Rate: 1.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lowndes County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lowndes County is $1,008 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $157,400.
How does Lowndes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lowndes County are 48% 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 Lowndes County? ▼
In Lowndes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,083 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $779. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lowndes County? ▼
Property taxes in Lowndes County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $54,460. 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.