Clay County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 5,465.
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $797, which is 14% lower than the Mississippi state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $115,600. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$797
-14% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$115,600
-9% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
-7% vs State
-27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,053
$88/mo
Without Mortgage
$698
$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 | $797 +7.6% | 0.69% |
| 2022 | $741 +3.2% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $718 +1.1% | 0.71% |
| 2020 | $710 +6.9% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $664 | 0.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$39,904
per year
Monthly Tax
$66
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Yalobusha County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.82%
Warren County
Tax: $1,234/yr Rate: 0.85%
Calhoun County
Tax: $566/yr Rate: 0.68%
Lauderdale County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.98%
Winston County
Tax: $785/yr Rate: 0.65%
Copiah County
Tax: $833/yr Rate: 0.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clay County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $797 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $115,600.
How does Clay County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County are 59% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clay County? ▼
In Clay County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,053 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $698. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clay County? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $39,904. 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.