Lawrence County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 3,530.
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $732, which is 21% lower than the Mississippi state average and 62% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $104,600. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$732
-21% vs State
-62% vs US
Median Home Value
$104,600
-18% vs State
-51% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.70%
-5% vs State
-26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,172
$98/mo
Without Mortgage
$556
$46/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 | $732 -3.4% | 0.70% |
| 2022 | $758 -1.0% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $766 +7.9% | 0.76% |
| 2020 | $710 +7.1% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $663 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,368
per year
Monthly Tax
$61
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Jasper County
Tax: $710/yr Rate: 0.60%
Adams County
Tax: $941/yr Rate: 0.89%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,485/yr Rate: 0.72%
Chickasaw County
Tax: $746/yr Rate: 0.74%
Monroe County
Tax: $859/yr Rate: 0.75%
Clay County
Tax: $797/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lawrence County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $732 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $104,600.
How does Lawrence County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County are 62% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
In Lawrence County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,172 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $556. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $43,368. 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.