Sharkey County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 881.
The median annual property tax in Sharkey County is $1,008, which is 8% higher than the Mississippi state average and 48% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.93% on a median home value of $108,000. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,008
+8% vs State
-48% vs US
Median Home Value
$108,000
-15% vs State
-49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.93%
+26% vs State
-2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,974
$165/mo
Without Mortgage
$741
$62/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 | $1,008 -2.4% | 0.93% |
| 2022 | $1,033 +29.1% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | $800 +1.7% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $787 +4.5% | 1.24% |
| 2019 | $753 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$35,741
per year
Monthly Tax
$84
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Alcorn County
Tax: $788/yr Rate: 0.60%
Wilkinson County
Tax: $691/yr Rate: 0.86%
Tate County
Tax: $1,328/yr Rate: 0.77%
Tishomingo County
Tax: $713/yr Rate: 0.54%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,485/yr Rate: 0.72%
Wayne County
Tax: $686/yr Rate: 0.78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sharkey County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sharkey County is $1,008 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.93% on a median home value of $108,000.
How does Sharkey County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sharkey County are 48% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.93% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sharkey County? ▼
In Sharkey County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,974 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $741. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sharkey County? ▼
Property taxes in Sharkey County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $35,741. 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.