Tate County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 7,819.
The median annual property tax in Tate County is $1,328, which is 43% higher than the Mississippi state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $173,000. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,328
+43% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$173,000
+36% vs State
-18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.77%
+4% vs State
-19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,545
$129/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,017
$85/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 | $1,328 +1.8% | 0.77% |
| 2022 | $1,305 +5.0% | 0.80% |
| 2021 | $1,243 +4.3% | 0.84% |
| 2020 | $1,192 +6.6% | 0.86% |
| 2019 | $1,118 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,995
per year
Monthly Tax
$111
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Franklin County
Tax: $613/yr Rate: 0.64%
Itawamba County
Tax: $779/yr Rate: 0.64%
Calhoun County
Tax: $566/yr Rate: 0.68%
Grenada County
Tax: $1,247/yr Rate: 1.01%
Coahoma County
Tax: $1,071/yr Rate: 1.24%
Prentiss County
Tax: $790/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tate County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tate County is $1,328 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $173,000.
How does Tate County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tate County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tate County? ▼
In Tate County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,545 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,017. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tate County? ▼
Property taxes in Tate County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $63,995. 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.