Adams County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 7,691.
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $941, which is 1% higher than the Mississippi state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $106,300. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$941
+1% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$106,300
-17% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.89%
+20% vs State
-6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,255
$105/mo
Without Mortgage
$789
$66/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 | $941 +7.9% | 0.89% |
| 2022 | $872 +14.4% | 0.88% |
| 2021 | $762 +0.3% | 0.82% |
| 2020 | $760 +1.6% | 0.81% |
| 2019 | $748 | 0.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$40,250
per year
Monthly Tax
$78
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Jefferson Davis County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.84%
Yalobusha County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.82%
Pearl River County
Tax: $1,181/yr Rate: 0.68%
Tunica County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.44%
Pike County
Tax: $1,027/yr Rate: 0.93%
Claiborne County
Tax: $470/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Adams County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $941 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $106,300.
How does Adams County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.89% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Adams County? ▼
In Adams County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,255 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $789. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Adams County? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $40,250. 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.