Montgomery County Property Tax Rate
Mississippi
Montgomery County, Mississippi has an effective property tax rate of 1.00%, which is 9% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $126,800, homeowners pay approximately $1,269 per year in property taxes. Montgomery County ranks #5 out of 81 counties in Mississippi for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 72.2% while home values gained 44.9%.
$1,269
Per year
$126,800
2024 estimate
3.04%
Median income: $41,748
#5
of 81 counties in MS
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$1,507
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$905
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Montgomery County pay on average $602 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Montgomery County Compares
Top Counties in Mississippi
Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Montgomery County rose 72.2% (from $737 to $1,269), while the median home value climbed 44.9%. The effective tax rate rose from 0.84% to 1.00% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $737 | $87,500 | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $749 | $90,000 | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $817 | $97,100 | 0.84% |
| 2023 | $992 | $110,700 | 0.90% |
| 2024 | $1,269 | $126,800 | 1.00% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Mississippi Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Montgomery County homeowners
General Homestead
First $7,500 of assessed value (approximately $75,000 market value)
Primary residence owners
Over 65/Disabled
First $7,500 of assessed value (same homestead applies; fully disabled may receive 100% exemption)
Homeowners age 65+ or totally disabled
Disabled Veteran
100% exemption for totally disabled veterans
Veterans with 100% service-connected disability
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
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Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.