Pearl River County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 17,804.
The median annual property tax in Pearl River County is $1,181, which is 27% higher than the Mississippi state average and 39% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $174,500. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,181
+27% vs State
-39% vs US
Median Home Value
$174,500
+37% vs State
-18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-8% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,457
$121/mo
Without Mortgage
$893
$74/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 | $1,181 +2.4% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $1,153 +12.3% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $1,027 -2.4% | 0.71% |
| 2020 | $1,052 +6.0% | 0.70% |
| 2019 | $992 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,535
per year
Monthly Tax
$98
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Winston County
Tax: $785/yr Rate: 0.65%
Lauderdale County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.98%
Jones County
Tax: $1,116/yr Rate: 0.88%
Newton County
Tax: $821/yr Rate: 0.80%
Jefferson County
Tax: $816/yr Rate: 1.00%
Smith County
Tax: $521/yr Rate: 0.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pearl River County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pearl River County is $1,181 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $174,500.
How does Pearl River County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pearl River County are 39% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pearl River County? ▼
In Pearl River County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,457 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $893. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pearl River County? ▼
Property taxes in Pearl River County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $56,535. 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.