Walthall County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 4,278.
The median annual property tax in Walthall County is $946, which is 2% higher than the Mississippi state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $120,600. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$946
+2% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$120,600
-5% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
+5% vs State
-18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,275
$106/mo
Without Mortgage
$690
$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 | $946 +4.2% | 0.78% |
| 2022 | $908 +24.2% | 0.80% |
| 2021 | $731 -10.3% | 0.71% |
| 2020 | $815 +16.8% | 0.83% |
| 2019 | $698 | 0.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$45,444
per year
Monthly Tax
$79
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Clay County
Tax: $797/yr Rate: 0.69%
Lauderdale County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.98%
Jackson County
Tax: $1,332/yr Rate: 0.73%
Jasper County
Tax: $710/yr Rate: 0.60%
Wilkinson County
Tax: $691/yr Rate: 0.86%
Union County
Tax: $917/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Walthall County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Walthall County is $946 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $120,600.
How does Walthall County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Walthall County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.78% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Walthall County? ▼
In Walthall County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,275 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $690. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Walthall County? ▼
Property taxes in Walthall County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $45,444. 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.