Prentiss County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 7,388.
The median annual property tax in Prentiss County is $790, which is 15% lower than the Mississippi state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $116,500. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$790
-15% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$116,500
-9% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-8% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$946
$79/mo
Without Mortgage
$645
$54/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 | $790 -2.7% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $812 +6.1% | 0.72% |
| 2021 | $765 -7.5% | 0.78% |
| 2020 | $827 +30.6% | 0.87% |
| 2019 | $633 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,466
per year
Monthly Tax
$66
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Lafayette County
Tax: $1,672/yr Rate: 0.64%
Hinds County
Tax: $1,389/yr Rate: 0.92%
Marion County
Tax: $870/yr Rate: 0.74%
Copiah County
Tax: $833/yr Rate: 0.79%
Jefferson County
Tax: $816/yr Rate: 1.00%
Lee County
Tax: $1,356/yr Rate: 0.72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Prentiss County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Prentiss County is $790 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $116,500.
How does Prentiss County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Prentiss County are 59% 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 Prentiss County? ▼
In Prentiss County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $946 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $645. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Prentiss County? ▼
Property taxes in Prentiss County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $51,466. 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.