39735 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 39735 (Ackerman, Mississippi) pay a median of $636/year in property taxes on homes valued at $138,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.46%, which is 37% below the Mississippi state average of 0.73%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 39735 is approximately $53, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Choctaw County. This is $274 less than the Mississippi average of $910/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Mississippi, 39735 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 39116 (0.46%) and 38954 (0.47%).

In Ackerman, property taxes represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $54,974, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Mississippi reassesses property at fair market value upon sale, and there is no statewide cap on assessment increases for existing owners. Choctaw County offers a Homestead Exemption ($300 off assessed value for owner-occupied primary residences) — apply with the Choctaw County Assessor's office. File your homestead exemption application with the Choctaw County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to ensure the exemption is recorded before your first tax bill.