Tippah County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 6,013.
The median annual property tax in Tippah County is $963, which is 3% higher than the Mississippi state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $128,400. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$963
+3% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$128,400
+1% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.75%
+1% vs State
-21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$993
$83/mo
Without Mortgage
$897
$75/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 | $963 +6.2% | 0.75% |
| 2022 | $907 +6.0% | 0.77% |
| 2021 | $856 +17.6% | 0.80% |
| 2020 | $728 +4.1% | 0.82% |
| 2019 | $699 | 0.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,141
per year
Monthly Tax
$80
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Stone County
Tax: $991/yr Rate: 0.61%
DeSoto County
Tax: $1,595/yr Rate: 0.64%
Pearl River County
Tax: $1,181/yr Rate: 0.68%
Pontotoc County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.66%
Warren County
Tax: $1,234/yr Rate: 0.85%
Tate County
Tax: $1,328/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tippah County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tippah County is $963 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $128,400.
How does Tippah County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tippah County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tippah County? ▼
In Tippah County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $993 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $897. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tippah County? ▼
Property taxes in Tippah County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $51,141. 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.