What is the property tax rate in Hattiesburg, MS?

Hattiesburg has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.89%. On a median home valued at $153,600, homeowners pay approximately $1,373 per year in property taxes.

How does Hattiesburg compare to Forrest County?

Hattiesburg's effective rate of 0.89% is 10% higher than the Forrest County average of 0.81%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,361, while Hattiesburg homeowners pay an estimated $1,373.

How much are property taxes in Hattiesburg on a $300,000 home?

Based on Hattiesburg's effective rate of 0.89%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,670 per year, or about $223 per month.

Hattiesburg Property Tax Rate

Forrest County, Mississippi

0.89%effective rate

Hattiesburg is located in Forrest County, Mississippi. Homeowners in Hattiesburg pay a median of $1,373 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $153,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.89%. This is 10% higher than the Forrest County average of 0.81%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.89%

vs 0.81% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,373

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$153,600

2024 estimate

Population📍

48,507

Hattiesburg, MS

How Hattiesburg Compares

Hattiesburg

0.89%

Forrest County Average

0.81%

Mississippi Average

0.72%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Hattiesburg

Property taxes in Hattiesburg are collected by Forrest County. Tax exemptions available to Forrest County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Hattiesburg. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Forrest County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,670

$223/month · Rate: 0.89%

Forrest County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.