Jasper County Property Taxes

Jasper County, Mississippi

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

23.7% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$59/mo escrow

#13 of 82 counties in Mississippi

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.60%

vs. Mississippi Avg23.7% below
vs. National Avg73.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$118,600

State avg $127,595

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,071

$89/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$509

$42/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#13

of 82 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Jasper County, Mississippi

Jasper's tax rate is quite competitive

Jasper County's effective tax rate of 0.599% sits in the nation's bottom quartile, well below the 1.1% national median. The median property tax of just $710 represents only one-quarter of the national median of $2,690.

Among Mississippi's lowest-taxing counties

Jasper County's 0.599% rate falls about 19% below Mississippi's state average of 0.743%, making it one of the state's most tax-friendly counties. This puts Jasper in the lower quartile statewide.

Lower taxes than most regional peers

Jasper County's 0.599% rate edges out Itawamba County's 0.636% for some of the lowest rates in east Mississippi. Both counties offer considerably gentler tax burdens than Humphreys County's 1.104%.

Median homeowner pays $710 annually

On Jasper County's median home value of $118,600, homeowners pay approximately $710 per year in property taxes. With a mortgage, this rises to roughly $1,071 annually with escrow included.

Appeal if your assessment seems high

Even in a low-tax county like Jasper, overassessed properties should be challenged—every dollar off your assessment saves you money indefinitely. The county assessor's office can explain the assessment process and your appeal rights.

How Jasper County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Jasper County$710
Mississippi State Average$931
National Average$1,924

Jasper County

0.60%

Effective rate

Mississippi Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Jasper County, Mississippi?
The effective property tax rate in Jasper County, Mississippi is 0.60%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Jasper County?
The median annual property tax payment in Jasper County is $710. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,071, while those without a mortgage pay $509.
How does Jasper County compare to the Mississippi average?
Jasper County's effective tax rate of 0.60% is lower than the Mississippi state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Jasper County is $710, compared to the state average of $931.
What is the median home value in Jasper County, Mississippi?
The median home value in Jasper County, Mississippi is $118,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Jasper County a low property tax area in Mississippi?
Yes — Jasper County's effective property tax rate of 0.60% is below the Mississippi average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax of $710 is also lower the state average of $931, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Jasper County rank for property taxes in Mississippi?
Jasper County ranks #13 out of 82 counties in Mississippi by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.60% and median annual tax of $710, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.