Winston County

Winston County, Mississippi

Effective Tax Rate

0.65%

Median Annual Tax

$785

How Winston County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Winston County$785

Mississippi State Average$931

National Average$1,924

Winston County

0.65%

Effective rate

Mississippi Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,005

per year

Without Mortgage

$656

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$785

Monthly Escrow

$65

Effective Rate

0.65%

vs. Mississippi State Average▼ 15.7% below

vs. National Average▼ 70.8% below

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Winston County, Mississippi?

The effective property tax rate in Winston County, Mississippi is 0.65%. 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 Winston County?

The median annual property tax payment in Winston County is $785. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,005, while those without a mortgage pay $656.

How does Winston County compare to the Mississippi average?

Winston County's effective tax rate of 0.65% is lower than the Mississippi state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Winston County is $785, compared to the state average of $931.

What is the median home value in Winston County, Mississippi?

The median home value in Winston County, Mississippi is $121,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

How are property taxes calculated in Mississippi?

Property taxes in Mississippi are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

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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.

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