What is the property tax rate in Oxford, MS?

Oxford has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.78%. On a median home valued at $333,400, homeowners pay approximately $2,613 per year in property taxes.

How does Oxford compare to Lafayette County?

Oxford's effective rate of 0.78% is 42% higher than the Lafayette County average of 0.55%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,719, while Oxford homeowners pay an estimated $2,613.

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

Based on Oxford's effective rate of 0.78%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,340 per year, or about $195 per month.

Oxford Property Tax Rate

Lafayette County, Mississippi

0.78%effective rate

Oxford is located in Lafayette County, Mississippi. Homeowners in Oxford pay a median of $2,613 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $333,400, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.78%. This is 42% higher than the Lafayette County average of 0.55%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.78%

vs 0.55% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,613

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$333,400

2024 estimate

Population📍

26,086

Oxford, MS

How Oxford Compares

Oxford

0.78%

Lafayette County Average

0.55%

Mississippi Average

0.72%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Oxford

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,340

$195/month · Rate: 0.78%

Lafayette 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.