Leake County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 5,601.
The median annual property tax in Leake County is $775, which is 17% lower than the Mississippi state average and 60% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $114,600. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$775
-17% vs State
-60% vs US
Median Home Value
$114,600
-10% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-8% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,225
$102/mo
Without Mortgage
$621
$52/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 | $775 +14.3% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $678 +12.4% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $603 +3.4% | 0.71% |
| 2020 | $583 -2.2% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $596 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,418
per year
Monthly Tax
$65
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Chickasaw County
Tax: $746/yr Rate: 0.74%
Lafayette County
Tax: $1,672/yr Rate: 0.64%
Webster County
Tax: $629/yr Rate: 0.57%
Tallahatchie County
Tax: $495/yr Rate: 0.60%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,485/yr Rate: 0.72%
Covington County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Leake County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Leake County is $775 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $114,600.
How does Leake County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Leake County are 60% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Leake County? ▼
In Leake County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,225 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $621. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Leake County? ▼
Property taxes in Leake County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $48,418. 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.