39629 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 39629 (Bogue Chitto, Mississippi) pay a median of $816/year in property taxes on homes valued at $138,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.59%, which is 20% below the Mississippi state average of 0.73%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 39629 is approximately $68, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lincoln County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Mississippi, 39629 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 38683 (0.59%) and 39170 (0.59%).

In Bogue Chitto, property taxes represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $58,208, 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. Lincoln County offers a Homestead Exemption of $7,500 for primary residence owners — contact the Lincoln County Assessor to apply after closing and occupancy. Obtain your assessment certificate and file an appeal with the Board of Supervisors if the assessed value does not reflect your purchase price.