Hancock County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 15,678.
The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $1,485, which is 60% higher than the Mississippi state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $206,600. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,485
+60% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$206,600
+62% vs State
-2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
-3% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,705
$142/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,277
$106/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 | $1,485 -5.5% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $1,572 +17.5% | 0.80% |
| 2021 | $1,338 +9.2% | 0.79% |
| 2020 | $1,225 +17.1% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $1,046 | 0.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,728
per year
Monthly Tax
$124
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Rankin County
Tax: $1,384/yr Rate: 0.62%
Humphreys County
Tax: $980/yr Rate: 1.10%
Holmes County
Tax: $695/yr Rate: 0.91%
Tunica County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.44%
Yalobusha County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.82%
Tishomingo County
Tax: $713/yr Rate: 0.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hancock County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $1,485 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $206,600.
How does Hancock County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hancock County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.72% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hancock County? ▼
In Hancock County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,705 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,277. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hancock County? ▼
Property taxes in Hancock County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $67,728. 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.