38876 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 38876 (Tremont, Mississippi) pay a median of $506/year in property taxes on homes valued at $121,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.42%, which is 43% below the Mississippi state average of 0.73%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 38876 is approximately $42, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Itawamba County. This is $404 less than the Mississippi average of $910/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Mississippi, 38876 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 39066 (0.42%) and 39481 (0.42%).

Mississippi has no statewide property tax cap; the Itawamba County Assessor will reassess your property at market value (typically the purchase price) upon transfer of ownership. Homeowners age 65+ or permanently disabled may qualify for the Homestead Exemption, reducing the portion of assessed value subject to school and county taxes — contact the Itawamba County Assessor's office to verify eligibility and file your claim. Obtain your Notice of Assessment from the Itawamba County Assessor after closing and file an appeal with the county board of supervisors within 30 days if the assessed value is excessive.