Tunica County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 1,468.
The median annual property tax in Tunica County is $679, which is 27% lower than the Mississippi state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $154,500. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$679
-27% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$154,500
+21% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.44%
-41% vs State
-54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,116
$93/mo
Without Mortgage
$338
$28/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 | $679 +30.1% | 0.44% |
| 2022 | $522 -11.5% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $590 +20.7% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $489 -6.0% | 0.48% |
| 2019 | $520 | 0.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$38,402
per year
Monthly Tax
$57
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Holmes County
Tax: $695/yr Rate: 0.91%
Alcorn County
Tax: $788/yr Rate: 0.60%
Prentiss County
Tax: $790/yr Rate: 0.68%
Calhoun County
Tax: $566/yr Rate: 0.68%
Rankin County
Tax: $1,384/yr Rate: 0.62%
Jefferson County
Tax: $816/yr Rate: 1.00%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tunica County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tunica County is $679 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $154,500.
How does Tunica County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tunica County are 65% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tunica County? ▼
In Tunica County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,116 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $338. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tunica County? ▼
Property taxes in Tunica County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $38,402. 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.