Perry County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 3,644.
The median annual property tax in Perry County is $947, which is 2% higher than the Mississippi state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $126,000. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$947
+2% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$126,000
-1% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.75%
+1% vs State
-21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,280
$107/mo
Without Mortgage
$558
$47/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 | $947 +8.6% | 0.75% |
| 2022 | $872 +17.7% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $741 +9.5% | 0.67% |
| 2020 | $677 +10.3% | 0.63% |
| 2019 | $614 | 0.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,435
per year
Monthly Tax
$79
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Grenada County
Tax: $1,247/yr Rate: 1.01%
Leflore County
Tax: $1,037/yr Rate: 1.06%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,286/yr Rate: 0.75%
Sunflower County
Tax: $909/yr Rate: 0.88%
Humphreys County
Tax: $980/yr Rate: 1.10%
Tunica County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Perry County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Perry County is $947 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $126,000.
How does Perry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Perry County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Perry County? ▼
In Perry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,280 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $558. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Perry County? ▼
Property taxes in Perry County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $50,435. 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.