Quitman County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 1,641.
The median annual property tax in Quitman County is $792, which is 15% lower than the Mississippi state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $68,600. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$792
-15% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$68,600
-46% vs State
-68% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.15%
+55% vs State
+21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,113
$93/mo
Without Mortgage
$681
$57/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 | $792 +2.1% | 1.15% |
| 2022 | $776 +21.6% | 1.18% |
| 2021 | $638 -2.1% | 1.13% |
| 2020 | $652 +9.9% | 1.20% |
| 2019 | $593 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$32,131
per year
Monthly Tax
$66
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Leflore County
Tax: $1,037/yr Rate: 1.06%
Calhoun County
Tax: $566/yr Rate: 0.68%
Yazoo County
Tax: $1,150/yr Rate: 0.89%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,485/yr Rate: 0.72%
Lawrence County
Tax: $732/yr Rate: 0.70%
Newton County
Tax: $821/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Quitman County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Quitman County is $792 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $68,600.
How does Quitman County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Quitman County are 59% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.15% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Quitman County? ▼
In Quitman County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,113 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $681. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Quitman County? ▼
Property taxes in Quitman County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $32,131. 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.