Holmes County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 3,635.
The median annual property tax in Holmes County is $695, which is 25% lower than the Mississippi state average and 64% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $76,500. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$695
-25% vs State
-64% vs US
Median Home Value
$76,500
-40% vs State
-64% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.91%
+23% vs State
-4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$822
$69/mo
Without Mortgage
$602
$50/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 | $695 -3.3% | 0.91% |
| 2022 | $719 +16.5% | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $617 +14.0% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $541 -2.7% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $556 | 0.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$29,434
per year
Monthly Tax
$58
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Chickasaw County
Tax: $746/yr Rate: 0.74%
Winston County
Tax: $785/yr Rate: 0.65%
Forrest County
Tax: $1,284/yr Rate: 0.84%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,286/yr Rate: 0.75%
Clarke County
Tax: $570/yr Rate: 0.50%
Jones County
Tax: $1,116/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Holmes County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Holmes County is $695 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $76,500.
How does Holmes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Holmes County are 64% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.91% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Holmes County? ▼
In Holmes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $822 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $602. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Holmes County? ▼
Property taxes in Holmes County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $29,434. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
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.