Scott County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 6,953.
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $718, which is 23% lower than the Mississippi state average and 63% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $89,900. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$718
-23% vs State
-63% vs US
Median Home Value
$89,900
-30% vs State
-58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
+8% vs State
-16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$886
$74/mo
Without Mortgage
$612
$51/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 | $718 +5.1% | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $683 +2.4% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $667 -1.9% | 0.86% |
| 2020 | $680 +9.9% | 0.87% |
| 2019 | $619 | 0.87% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,492
per year
Monthly Tax
$60
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Noxubee County
Tax: $861/yr Rate: 1.01%
Holmes County
Tax: $695/yr Rate: 0.91%
Tishomingo County
Tax: $713/yr Rate: 0.54%
Washington County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.84%
Harrison County
Tax: $1,289/yr Rate: 0.65%
Greene County
Tax: $767/yr Rate: 0.81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Scott County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $718 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $89,900.
How does Scott County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County are 63% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Scott County? ▼
In Scott County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $886 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $612. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Scott County? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $48,492. 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.