Alcorn County, MS Property Tax: $788/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Alcorn County is 0.60% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $132,300, that works out to about $794 per year, or $66 per month. Alcorn County is located in northeastern Mississippi, and is home to approximately 34,500 residents.
About Alcorn County
Alcorn County covers approximately 400.0 square miles in Mississippi. The county is home to about 34,500 residents living in roughly 16,242 housing units, of which 57.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $49,404, and the median home was built in 1981.
Alcorn County borders Prentiss County, Tippah County, Tishomingo County, Hardeman County, Hardin County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Mississippi
Property taxes in Mississippi are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Mississippi offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Alcorn County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Alcorn County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcorn County, MS | 0.60% | $132,300 | $794 |
| Mississippi state average | 0.74% | — | $979* |
| Prentiss County | 0.68% | $116,500 | $790 |
| Tippah County | 0.75% | $128,400 | $963 |
| Tishomingo County | 0.54% | $132,500 | $713 |
| Hardeman County | 0.65% | $116,800 | $762 |
| Hardin County | 0.43% | $154,000 | $666 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Alcorn County's median home value of $132,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Alcorn County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Mississippi?
At 0.60%, Alcorn County is lower than the Mississippi state average of 0.74%. On a home at the county median of $132,300, that means about $794 per year — versus $979 at the state average rate, a difference of $185 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Alcorn County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Alcorn County?
For a home at the county median value of $132,300, the annual property tax in Alcorn County is approximately $794 — or about $66 per month. For a home worth $198,450, expect around $1,191 per year. For a $264,600 home, approximately $1,588 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Alcorn County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Alcorn County are handled by the Alcorn County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Alcorn County?
Mississippi counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.60% shown here. Contact the Alcorn County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File