Pontotoc County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 8,242.
The median annual property tax in Pontotoc County is $935, which is 0% higher than the Mississippi state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $141,700. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$935
+0% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$141,700
+11% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
-11% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,133
$94/mo
Without Mortgage
$692
$58/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 | $935 +5.8% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $884 +13.9% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $776 +3.3% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $751 +6.5% | 0.65% |
| 2019 | $705 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,741
per year
Monthly Tax
$78
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Kemper County
Tax: $539/yr Rate: 0.60%
Jasper County
Tax: $710/yr Rate: 0.60%
Monroe County
Tax: $859/yr Rate: 0.75%
Perry County
Tax: $947/yr Rate: 0.75%
Greene County
Tax: $767/yr Rate: 0.81%
Prentiss County
Tax: $790/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pontotoc County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pontotoc County is $935 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $141,700.
How does Pontotoc County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pontotoc County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pontotoc County? ▼
In Pontotoc County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,133 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $692. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pontotoc County? ▼
Property taxes in Pontotoc County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $52,741. 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.