Newton County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 6,073.
The median annual property tax in Newton County is $821, which is 12% lower than the Mississippi state average and 57% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $102,700. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$821
-12% vs State
-57% vs US
Median Home Value
$102,700
-20% vs State
-51% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
+8% vs State
-16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$992
$83/mo
Without Mortgage
$579
$48/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 | $821 -0.8% | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $828 +16.8% | 0.82% |
| 2021 | $709 +10.8% | 0.82% |
| 2020 | $640 +1.9% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $628 | 0.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,426
per year
Monthly Tax
$68
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Marshall County
Tax: $1,286/yr Rate: 0.75%
Alcorn County
Tax: $788/yr Rate: 0.60%
Greene County
Tax: $767/yr Rate: 0.81%
Tippah County
Tax: $963/yr Rate: 0.75%
Humphreys County
Tax: $980/yr Rate: 1.10%
Lauderdale County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Newton County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Newton County is $821 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $102,700.
How does Newton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Newton County are 57% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Newton County? ▼
In Newton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $992 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $579. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Newton County? ▼
Property taxes in Newton County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $50,426. 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.