Claiborne County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 2,132.
The median annual property tax in Claiborne County is $470, which is 50% lower than the Mississippi state average and 76% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $80,800. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$470
-50% vs State
-76% vs US
Median Home Value
$80,800
-37% vs State
-62% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
-22% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$517
$43/mo
Without Mortgage
$447
$37/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 | $470 -1.5% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $477 +5.1% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $454 -7.9% | 0.63% |
| 2020 | $493 +3.8% | 0.71% |
| 2019 | $475 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$34,371
per year
Monthly Tax
$39
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Amite County
Tax: $435/yr Rate: 0.48%
Scott County
Tax: $718/yr Rate: 0.80%
Pike County
Tax: $1,027/yr Rate: 0.93%
Attala County
Tax: $675/yr Rate: 0.63%
Tate County
Tax: $1,328/yr Rate: 0.77%
Tippah County
Tax: $963/yr Rate: 0.75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Claiborne County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Claiborne County is $470 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $80,800.
How does Claiborne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Claiborne County are 76% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Claiborne County? ▼
In Claiborne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $517 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $447. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Claiborne County? ▼
Property taxes in Claiborne County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $34,371. 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.