39452 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 39452 (Lucedale, Mississippi) pay a median of $1,159/year in property taxes on homes valued at $166,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.70%, which is 5% below the Mississippi state average of 0.73%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 39452 is approximately $97, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within George County. This is $249 more than the Mississippi average of $910/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Mississippi, 39452 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 38760 (0.70%) and 38941 (0.70%).

In Lucedale, property taxes represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $57,300, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Mississippi reassesses property at market value following a sale, with no statewide cap on assessment increases. George County provides a Homestead Exemption of $7,500 for primary residence owners — contact the George County Assessor to apply after you purchase and occupy the property. Obtain a copy of your assessment and submit an appeal if the assessed value exceeds your documented purchase price.