Copiah County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 7,337.
The median annual property tax in Copiah County is $833, which is 11% lower than the Mississippi state average and 57% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $105,600. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$833
-11% vs State
-57% vs US
Median Home Value
$105,600
-17% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.79%
+7% vs State
-17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,168
$97/mo
Without Mortgage
$573
$48/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 | $833 +15.9% | 0.79% |
| 2022 | $719 +0.3% | 0.77% |
| 2021 | $717 +3.8% | 0.84% |
| 2020 | $691 +4.4% | 0.78% |
| 2019 | $662 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,994
per year
Monthly Tax
$69
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Simpson County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.60%
Jefferson County
Tax: $816/yr Rate: 1.00%
Kemper County
Tax: $539/yr Rate: 0.60%
Yalobusha County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.82%
Issaquena County
Tax: $314/yr Rate: 0.35%
Franklin County
Tax: $613/yr Rate: 0.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Copiah County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Copiah County is $833 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $105,600.
How does Copiah County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Copiah County are 57% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.79% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Copiah County? ▼
In Copiah County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,168 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $573. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Copiah County? ▼
Property taxes in Copiah County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $47,994. 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.