Lauderdale County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 18,053.
The median annual property tax in Lauderdale County is $1,223, which is 31% higher than the Mississippi state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $124,500. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,223
+31% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$124,500
-2% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
+32% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,437
$120/mo
Without Mortgage
$931
$78/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 | $1,223 +10.1% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $1,111 +6.8% | 0.91% |
| 2021 | $1,040 +7.9% | 0.94% |
| 2020 | $964 +5.6% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $913 | 0.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,033
per year
Monthly Tax
$102
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Warren County
Tax: $1,234/yr Rate: 0.85%
Winston County
Tax: $785/yr Rate: 0.65%
Perry County
Tax: $947/yr Rate: 0.75%
Carroll County
Tax: $702/yr Rate: 0.67%
Yalobusha County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.82%
Sharkey County
Tax: $1,008/yr Rate: 0.93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lauderdale County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lauderdale County is $1,223 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $124,500.
How does Lauderdale County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lauderdale County are 36% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lauderdale County? ▼
In Lauderdale County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,437 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $931. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lauderdale County? ▼
Property taxes in Lauderdale County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $50,033. 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.