Itawamba County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 7,318.
The median annual property tax in Itawamba County is $779, which is 16% lower than the Mississippi state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $122,400. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$779
-16% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,400
-4% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.64%
-14% vs State
-33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$912
$76/mo
Without Mortgage
$685
$57/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 | $779 +7.3% | 0.64% |
| 2022 | $726 +13.6% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $639 -4.8% | 0.64% |
| 2020 | $671 -1.6% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $682 | 0.78% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,508
per year
Monthly Tax
$65
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Wayne County
Tax: $686/yr Rate: 0.78%
Calhoun County
Tax: $566/yr Rate: 0.68%
Benton County
Tax: $716/yr Rate: 0.66%
Prentiss County
Tax: $790/yr Rate: 0.68%
Lowndes County
Tax: $1,008/yr Rate: 0.64%
DeSoto County
Tax: $1,595/yr Rate: 0.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Itawamba County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Itawamba County is $779 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $122,400.
How does Itawamba County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Itawamba County are 59% 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 Itawamba County? ▼
In Itawamba County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $912 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $685. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Itawamba County? ▼
Property taxes in Itawamba County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $59,508. 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.