Lincoln County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 9,614.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $945, which is 2% higher than the Mississippi state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $131,800. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$945
+2% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$131,800
+3% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
-3% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,221
$102/mo
Without Mortgage
$818
$68/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 | $945 +7.4% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $880 +7.8% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $816 +3.4% | 0.80% |
| 2020 | $789 +1.7% | 0.75% |
| 2019 | $776 | 0.78% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,316
per year
Monthly Tax
$79
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Clay County
Tax: $797/yr Rate: 0.69%
Bolivar County
Tax: $961/yr Rate: 0.78%
DeSoto County
Tax: $1,595/yr Rate: 0.64%
Lafayette County
Tax: $1,672/yr Rate: 0.64%
Lauderdale County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.98%
Benton County
Tax: $716/yr Rate: 0.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $945 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $131,800.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.72% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,221 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $818. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $48,316. 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.