Lamar County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 17,068.
The median annual property tax in Lamar County is $1,459, which is 57% higher than the Mississippi state average and 24% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $218,700. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,459
+57% vs State
-24% vs US
Median Home Value
$218,700
+71% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
-9% vs State
-29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,582
$132/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,212
$101/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 | $1,459 +3.8% | 0.67% |
| 2022 | $1,406 +0.1% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $1,404 +8.2% | 0.76% |
| 2020 | $1,297 +1.6% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $1,277 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,106
per year
Monthly Tax
$122
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Montgomery County
Tax: $992/yr Rate: 0.90%
Tate County
Tax: $1,328/yr Rate: 0.77%
Forrest County
Tax: $1,284/yr Rate: 0.84%
Attala County
Tax: $675/yr Rate: 0.63%
Washington County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.84%
Webster County
Tax: $629/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lamar County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lamar County is $1,459 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $218,700.
How does Lamar County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lamar County are 24% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lamar County? ▼
In Lamar County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,582 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,212. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lamar County? ▼
Property taxes in Lamar County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $69,106. 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.