DeSoto County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 53,934.
The median annual property tax in DeSoto County is $1,595, which is 71% higher than the Mississippi state average and 17% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $248,700. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,595
+71% vs State
-17% vs US
Median Home Value
$248,700
+95% vs State
+18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.64%
-14% vs State
-33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,692
$141/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,322
$110/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 | $1,595 +4.3% | 0.64% |
| 2022 | $1,529 +9.1% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $1,402 +6.0% | 0.72% |
| 2020 | $1,323 +2.0% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $1,297 | 0.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,980
per year
Monthly Tax
$133
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Yalobusha County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.82%
Wilkinson County
Tax: $691/yr Rate: 0.86%
Smith County
Tax: $521/yr Rate: 0.46%
George County
Tax: $1,086/yr Rate: 0.65%
Copiah County
Tax: $833/yr Rate: 0.79%
Montgomery County
Tax: $992/yr Rate: 0.90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in DeSoto County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in DeSoto County is $1,595 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $248,700.
How does DeSoto County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in DeSoto County are 17% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in DeSoto County? ▼
In DeSoto County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,692 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,322. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in DeSoto County? ▼
Property taxes in DeSoto County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $82,980. 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.