Oktibbeha County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 10,125.
The median annual property tax in Oktibbeha County is $1,685, which is 81% higher than the Mississippi state average and 12% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $219,500. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,685
+81% vs State
-12% vs US
Median Home Value
$219,500
+72% vs State
+4% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.77%
+4% vs State
-19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,205
$184/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,144
$95/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 | $1,685 +8.5% | 0.77% |
| 2022 | $1,553 +6.6% | 0.74% |
| 2021 | $1,457 +4.7% | 0.85% |
| 2020 | $1,392 -4.6% | 0.84% |
| 2019 | $1,459 | 0.90% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,482
per year
Monthly Tax
$140
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Chickasaw County
Tax: $746/yr Rate: 0.74%
Newton County
Tax: $821/yr Rate: 0.80%
Lawrence County
Tax: $732/yr Rate: 0.70%
Jefferson Davis County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.84%
Tishomingo County
Tax: $713/yr Rate: 0.54%
Rankin County
Tax: $1,384/yr Rate: 0.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Oktibbeha County is $1,685 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $219,500.
How does Oktibbeha County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Oktibbeha County are 12% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Oktibbeha County? ▼
In Oktibbeha County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,205 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,144. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Oktibbeha County? ▼
Property taxes in Oktibbeha County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $43,482. 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.