What is the property tax rate in Starkville, MS?

Starkville has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.96%. On a median home valued at $265,900, homeowners pay approximately $2,548 per year in property taxes.

How does Starkville compare to Oktibbeha County?

Starkville's effective rate of 0.96% is 35% higher than the Oktibbeha County average of 0.71%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,691, while Starkville homeowners pay an estimated $2,548.

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

Based on Starkville's effective rate of 0.96%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,880 per year, or about $240 per month.

Starkville Property Tax Rate

Oktibbeha County, Mississippi

0.96%effective rate

Starkville is located in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi. Homeowners in Starkville pay a median of $2,548 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $265,900, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.96%. This is 35% higher than the Oktibbeha County average of 0.71%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.96%

vs 0.71% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,548

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$265,900

2024 estimate

Population📍

25,611

Starkville, MS

How Starkville Compares

Starkville

0.96%

Oktibbeha County Average

0.71%

Mississippi Average

0.72%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Starkville

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,880

$240/month · Rate: 0.96%

Oktibbeha 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.