Madison County Property Taxes

Madison County, Mississippi

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

122.4% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$173/mo escrow

#41 of 82 counties in Mississippi

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.72%

vs. Mississippi Avg122.4% above
vs. National Avg23% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$286,300

State avg $127,595

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,184

$182/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,812

$151/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#41

of 82 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Madison County, Mississippi

Madison mirrors national tax burden

Madison County's effective property tax rate of 0.723% is roughly one-third the national median of 2.1%, though its median property tax of $2,071 approaches the national median of $2,690. This reflects Madison's notably higher median home value of $286,300, the highest in this county group.

Madison taxes slightly below state average

Madison County's 0.723% effective rate sits marginally below Mississippi's 0.743% average, but its $2,071 median property tax far exceeds the state median of $931. This disparity highlights Madison's position as Mississippi's most affluent county in this comparison group.

Madison homes priciest, taxes highest

Madison County's median home value of $286,300 substantially outpaces all neighbors—the next-highest is Lee at $187,800. Consequently, Madison residents pay the region's highest median property tax of $2,071, though the effective rate remains competitive at 0.723%.

Madison median tax reaches $2,071 annually

On Madison County's median home valued at $286,300, property taxes total approximately $2,071 per year. With a mortgage, homeowners owe $2,184; without, $1,812.

High values make assessments worth verifying

In rapidly appreciating markets like Madison, assessment errors compound quickly and cost homeowners thousands. Filing an appeal with the county assessor is especially valuable when median home values are this high.

How Madison County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Madison County$2,071
Mississippi State Average$931
National Average$1,924

Madison County

0.72%

Effective rate

Mississippi Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Madison County, Mississippi?
The effective property tax rate in Madison County, Mississippi is 0.72%. 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 Madison County?
The median annual property tax payment in Madison County is $2,071. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,184, while those without a mortgage pay $1,812.
How does Madison County compare to the Mississippi average?
Madison County's effective tax rate of 0.72% is lower than the Mississippi state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Madison County is $2,071, compared to the state average of $931.
What is the median home value in Madison County, Mississippi?
The median home value in Madison County, Mississippi is $286,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Madison County a low property tax area in Mississippi?
Yes — Madison County's effective property tax rate of 0.72% is below the Mississippi average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax of $2,071 is also comparable to the state average of $931, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Madison County rank for property taxes in Mississippi?
Madison County ranks #41 out of 82 counties in Mississippi by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.72% and median annual tax of $2,071, it falls in the middle 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.