Webster County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 3,199.
The median annual property tax in Webster County is $629, which is 32% lower than the Mississippi state average and 67% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $109,500. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$629
-32% vs State
-67% vs US
Median Home Value
$109,500
-14% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
-23% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$719
$60/mo
Without Mortgage
$524
$44/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 | $629 -3.2% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $650 +1.6% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $640 +7.4% | 0.72% |
| 2020 | $596 +2.2% | 0.69% |
| 2019 | $583 | 0.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,964
per year
Monthly Tax
$52
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Bolivar County
Tax: $961/yr Rate: 0.78%
Union County
Tax: $917/yr Rate: 0.58%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,286/yr Rate: 0.75%
Lowndes County
Tax: $1,008/yr Rate: 0.64%
Marion County
Tax: $870/yr Rate: 0.74%
Issaquena County
Tax: $314/yr Rate: 0.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Webster County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Webster County is $629 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $109,500.
How does Webster County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Webster County are 67% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Webster County? ▼
In Webster County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $719 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $524. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Webster County? ▼
Property taxes in Webster County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $59,964. 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.