Winston County, Mississippi Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Mississippi. Population: 4,929.
The median annual property tax in Winston County is $785, which is 16% lower than the Mississippi state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $121,200. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$785
-16% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$121,200
-5% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.65%
-12% vs State
-32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,005
$84/mo
Without Mortgage
$656
$55/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 | $785 +0.8% | 0.65% |
| 2022 | $779 +13.7% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $685 +4.7% | 0.67% |
| 2020 | $654 +7.7% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $607 | 0.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,071
per year
Monthly Tax
$65
per month
Other Counties in Mississippi
Franklin County
Tax: $613/yr Rate: 0.64%
Noxubee County
Tax: $861/yr Rate: 1.01%
Forrest County
Tax: $1,284/yr Rate: 0.84%
Simpson County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.60%
Calhoun County
Tax: $566/yr Rate: 0.68%
Covington County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Winston County, Mississippi? ▼
The median annual property tax in Winston County is $785 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $121,200.
How does Winston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Winston County are 59% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.65% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Winston County? ▼
In Winston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,005 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $656. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Winston County? ▼
Property taxes in Winston County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $49,071. 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.