Claiborne County, MS Property Tax: $470/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Claiborne County is 0.58% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $80,800, that works out to about $469 per year, or $39 per month. Claiborne County is located in western Mississippi, and is home to approximately 8,908 residents.
About Claiborne County
Claiborne County covers approximately 487.4 square miles in Mississippi. The county is home to about 8,908 residents living in roughly 3,949 housing units, of which 54.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $34,371, and the median home was built in 1981.
Claiborne County borders Tensas Parish, Copiah County, Hinds County, Jefferson County, Warren 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 Claiborne County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Claiborne County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claiborne County, MS | 0.58% | $80,800 | $469 |
| Mississippi state average | 0.74% | — | $598* |
| Tensas Parish | 0.29% | $80,300 | $232 |
| Copiah County | 0.79% | $105,600 | $833 |
| Hinds County | 0.92% | $151,200 | $1,389 |
| Jefferson County | 1.00% | $81,400 | $816 |
| Warren County | 0.85% | $144,400 | $1,234 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Claiborne County's median home value of $80,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Claiborne County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Mississippi?
At 0.58%, Claiborne County is lower than the Mississippi state average of 0.74%. On a home at the county median of $80,800, that means about $469 per year — versus $598 at the state average rate, a difference of $129 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Claiborne County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Claiborne County?
For a home at the county median value of $80,800, the annual property tax in Claiborne County is approximately $469 — or about $39 per month. For a home worth $121,200, expect around $703 per year. For a $161,600 home, approximately $937 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Claiborne County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Claiborne County are handled by the Claiborne 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 Claiborne 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 0.58% shown here. Contact the Claiborne 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