38967 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 38967 (Winona, Mississippi) pay a median of $1,042/year in property taxes on homes valued at $124,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.84%, which is 14% above the Mississippi state average of 0.73%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 38967 is approximately $87, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Montgomery County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Mississippi, 38967 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 38748 (0.84%) and 39776 (0.84%).

In Winona, property taxes represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $39,632, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Mississippi has no statewide property tax cap; the Montgomery County Assessor will reassess your property at the purchase price or fair market value upon transfer of ownership. Homeowners age 65+ or permanently disabled may qualify for the Homestead Exemption, reducing the portion of assessed value subject to taxation — contact the Montgomery County Assessor's office to verify your eligibility and obtain your exemption amount. Obtain your Notice of Assessment from the Montgomery County Assessor and appeal to the county board of supervisors within 30 days if you believe the assessed value overstates fair market value.