Simpson County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 7,704.
The median annual property tax in Simpson County is $671, which is 28% lower than the Mississippi state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $111,600. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$671
-28% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,600
-13% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-19% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$968
$81/mo
Without Mortgage
$567
$47/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 | $671 +0.1% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $670 +16.3% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $576 +2.5% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $562 -5.4% | 0.65% |
| 2019 | $594 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,111
per year
Monthly Tax
$56
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Washington County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.84%
Madison County
Tax: $2,071/yr Rate: 0.72%
Bolivar County
Tax: $961/yr Rate: 0.78%
Prentiss County
Tax: $790/yr Rate: 0.68%
Lee County
Tax: $1,356/yr Rate: 0.72%
Alcorn County
Tax: $788/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Simpson County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Simpson County is $671 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $111,600.
How does Simpson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Simpson County are 65% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Simpson County? ▼
In Simpson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $968 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $567. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Simpson County? ▼
Property taxes in Simpson County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $54,111. 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.