Jasper County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 5,316.
The median annual property tax in Jasper County is $710, which is 24% lower than the Mississippi state average and 63% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $118,600. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$710
-24% vs State
-63% vs US
Median Home Value
$118,600
-7% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-19% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,071
$89/mo
Without Mortgage
$509
$42/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 | $710 +3.0% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $689 +7.0% | 0.62% |
| 2021 | $644 -11.7% | 0.72% |
| 2020 | $729 +16.8% | 0.82% |
| 2019 | $624 | 0.79% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,157
per year
Monthly Tax
$59
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Itawamba County
Tax: $779/yr Rate: 0.64%
Yazoo County
Tax: $1,150/yr Rate: 0.89%
Lafayette County
Tax: $1,672/yr Rate: 0.64%
Tunica County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.44%
Perry County
Tax: $947/yr Rate: 0.75%
Clarke County
Tax: $570/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jasper County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jasper County is $710 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $118,600.
How does Jasper County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jasper County are 63% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jasper County? ▼
In Jasper County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,071 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $509. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jasper County? ▼
Property taxes in Jasper County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $47,157. 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.