Kemper County, MS Property Tax: $539/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Kemper County is 0.60% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $90,200, that works out to about $541 per year, or $45 per month. Kemper County is located in eastern Mississippi, and is home to approximately 8,855 residents.
About Kemper County
Kemper County covers approximately 766.2 square miles in Mississippi. The county is home to about 8,855 residents living in roughly 3,937 housing units, of which 63.2% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $43,595, and the median home was built in 1979.
Kemper County borders Sumter County, Lauderdale County, Neshoba County, Newton County, Noxubee 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 Kemper County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Kemper County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kemper County, MS | 0.60% | $90,200 | $541 |
| Mississippi state average | 0.74% | — | $667* |
| Sumter County | 0.35% | $84,100 | $297 |
| Lauderdale County | 0.98% | $124,500 | $1,223 |
| Neshoba County | 0.89% | $96,600 | $856 |
| Newton County | 0.80% | $102,700 | $821 |
| Noxubee County | 1.01% | $85,200 | $861 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Kemper County's median home value of $90,200. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Kemper County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Mississippi?
At 0.60%, Kemper County is lower than the Mississippi state average of 0.74%. On a home at the county median of $90,200, that means about $541 per year — versus $667 at the state average rate, a difference of $126 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Kemper County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Kemper County?
For a home at the county median value of $90,200, the annual property tax in Kemper County is approximately $541 — or about $45 per month. For a home worth $135,300, expect around $812 per year. For a $180,400 home, approximately $1,082 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Kemper County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Kemper County are handled by the Kemper 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 Kemper 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 Kemper 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