Sharkey County, MS Property Tax: $1,008/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Sharkey County is 0.93% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $108,000, that works out to about $1,004 per year, or $84 per month. Sharkey County is located in western Mississippi, with Rolling Fork as its county seat, and is home to approximately 3,848 residents.
About Sharkey County
Sharkey County covers approximately 431.7 square miles in Mississippi. The county is home to about 3,848 residents living in roughly 1,673 housing units, of which 52.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $35,741, and the median home was built in 1977.
The county seat is Rolling Fork. Sharkey County borders Humphreys County, Issaquena County, Washington County, Yazoo 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 Sharkey County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Sharkey County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharkey County, MS | 0.93% | $108,000 | $1,004 |
| Mississippi state average | 0.74% | — | $799* |
| Humphreys County | 1.10% | $88,800 | $980 |
| Issaquena County | 0.35% | $90,700 | $314 |
| Washington County | 0.84% | $99,300 | $837 |
| Yazoo County | 0.89% | $129,200 | $1,150 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Sharkey County's median home value of $108,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Sharkey County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Mississippi?
At 0.93%, Sharkey County is higher than the Mississippi state average of 0.74%. On a home at the county median of $108,000, that means about $1,004 per year — versus $799 at the state average rate, a difference of $205 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Sharkey County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Sharkey County?
For a home at the county median value of $108,000, the annual property tax in Sharkey County is approximately $1,004 — or about $84 per month. For a home worth $162,000, expect around $1,507 per year. For a $216,000 home, approximately $2,009 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Sharkey County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Sharkey County are handled by the Sharkey County Assessor's office in Rolling Fork. 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 Sharkey 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 0.93% shown here. Contact the Sharkey 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