Washington County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 9,777.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $837, which is 10% lower than the Mississippi state average and 56% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $99,300. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$837
-10% vs State
-56% vs US
Median Home Value
$99,300
-22% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+14% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,351
$113/mo
Without Mortgage
$492
$41/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 | $837 -1.4% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $849 +7.1% | 0.91% |
| 2021 | $793 +0.1% | 0.99% |
| 2020 | $792 +14.8% | 0.98% |
| 2019 | $690 | 0.91% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$40,117
per year
Monthly Tax
$70
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Panola County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.77%
Lowndes County
Tax: $1,008/yr Rate: 0.64%
Madison County
Tax: $2,071/yr Rate: 0.72%
Jefferson Davis County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.84%
Leake County
Tax: $775/yr Rate: 0.68%
Choctaw County
Tax: $472/yr Rate: 0.45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $837 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $99,300.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 56% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,351 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $492. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $40,117. 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.