Marion County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 7,192.
The median annual property tax in Marion County is $870, which is 7% lower than the Mississippi state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $117,000. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$870
-7% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$117,000
-8% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.74%
+0% vs State
-22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,032
$86/mo
Without Mortgage
$731
$61/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 | $870 +12.3% | 0.74% |
| 2022 | $775 +3.3% | 0.74% |
| 2021 | $750 +6.2% | 0.80% |
| 2020 | $706 +15.2% | 0.75% |
| 2019 | $613 | 0.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$42,320
per year
Monthly Tax
$73
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Bolivar County
Tax: $961/yr Rate: 0.78%
Panola County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.77%
Hinds County
Tax: $1,389/yr Rate: 0.92%
Jefferson Davis County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.84%
Lincoln County
Tax: $945/yr Rate: 0.72%
Newton County
Tax: $821/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Marion County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Marion County is $870 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $117,000.
How does Marion County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Marion County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.74% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Marion County? ▼
In Marion County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,032 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $731. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Marion County? ▼
Property taxes in Marion County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $42,320. 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.