Wilkinson County, MS Property Tax: $691/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Wilkinson County is 0.86% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $80,200, that works out to about $690 per year, or $58 per month. Wilkinson County is located in southwestern Mississippi, with Woodville as its county seat, and is home to approximately 8,376 residents.
About Wilkinson County
Wilkinson County covers approximately 678.0 square miles in Mississippi. The county is home to about 8,376 residents living in roughly 4,600 housing units, of which 59.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $35,930, and the median home was built in 1982.
The county seat is Woodville. Wilkinson County borders Concordia Parish, East Feliciana Parish, West Feliciana Parish, Adams County, Amite 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 Wilkinson County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Wilkinson County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkinson County, MS | 0.86% | $80,200 | $690 |
| Mississippi state average | 0.74% | — | $593* |
| Concordia Parish | 0.38% | $102,400 | $393 |
| East Feliciana Parish | 0.15% | $213,700 | $328 |
| West Feliciana Parish | 0.52% | $263,200 | $1,359 |
| Adams County | 0.89% | $106,300 | $941 |
| Amite County | 0.48% | $89,800 | $435 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Wilkinson County's median home value of $80,200. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wilkinson County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Mississippi?
At 0.86%, Wilkinson County is higher than the Mississippi state average of 0.74%. On a home at the county median of $80,200, that means about $690 per year — versus $593 at the state average rate, a difference of $97 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Wilkinson County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Wilkinson County?
For a home at the county median value of $80,200, the annual property tax in Wilkinson County is approximately $690 — or about $58 per month. For a home worth $120,300, expect around $1,035 per year. For a $160,400 home, approximately $1,379 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Wilkinson County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Wilkinson County are handled by the Wilkinson County Assessor's office in Woodville. 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 Wilkinson 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 0.86% shown here. Contact the Wilkinson 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