Wayne County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 6,576.
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $686, which is 26% lower than the Mississippi state average and 64% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $88,000. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$686
-26% vs State
-64% vs US
Median Home Value
$88,000
-31% vs State
-58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
+5% vs State
-18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$836
$70/mo
Without Mortgage
$565
$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 | $686 -0.3% | 0.78% |
| 2022 | $688 +10.8% | 0.77% |
| 2021 | $621 +2.6% | 0.78% |
| 2020 | $605 -4.7% | 0.77% |
| 2019 | $635 | 0.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$36,791
per year
Monthly Tax
$57
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Amite County
Tax: $435/yr Rate: 0.48%
Clarke County
Tax: $570/yr Rate: 0.50%
Wilkinson County
Tax: $691/yr Rate: 0.86%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,286/yr Rate: 0.75%
Pearl River County
Tax: $1,181/yr Rate: 0.68%
Copiah County
Tax: $833/yr Rate: 0.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wayne County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $686 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $88,000.
How does Wayne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County are 64% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.78% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
In Wayne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $836 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $565. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $36,791. 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.