Rate Breakdown

Property taxes in Quitman County are calculated by multiplying the assessed value (minus exemptions) by the total local millage rate.

How Property Tax Works in Quitman County

Property taxes in Quitman County are determined by a combination of the property’s assessed value and the local millage rate. The process begins with the County Tax Assessor, who determines the "true value" of your real and personal property. By law, property is assessed at a specific percentage of its true value: 15% for residential property and 30% for commercial property. This result is known as the "assessed value."

Once the assessed value is established, it is multiplied by the total millage rate—the tax rate set by the Board of Supervisors, the school district, and any applicable municipal taxing authorities. One mill is equal to $1 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. Because millage rates are adjusted annually based on budget requirements for county services, schools, and infrastructure, your total tax obligation may fluctuate from year to year.

Available Exemptions

Mississippi offers several exemptions to help reduce the tax burden for eligible property owners. To qualify, the property must be your primary residence. Common exemptions include:

• Homestead Exemption: Available to qualified homeowners who occupy their property as their primary residence. This helps reduce the taxable value of your home.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: Homeowners aged 65 or older may qualify for an additional exemption on the assessed value of their primary residence.
• Disability Exemption: Individuals who are 100% permanently disabled due to a service-connected or non-service-connected condition may be eligible for total or partial exemption.
• Veteran Exemption: Disabled American Veterans may receive specific exemptions depending on their level of disability and military service status.

Please note that you must file an application for these exemptions with the Quitman County Tax Assessor’s office by the annual deadline, typically April 1st.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Property taxes in Quitman County are due annually. Tax bills are generally mailed in the fall, and payments must be received or postmarked by February 1st of the following year. While the county does not typically offer installment plans, it is important to pay your balance in full by the deadline to avoid penalties.

Failure to pay by the February 1st deadline will result in interest charges and statutory penalties. If taxes remain unpaid, the property may be subject to a tax sale, where the county auctions the right to collect the delinquent taxes. It is vital to manage your payments promptly to avoid the risk of a tax lien or the eventual loss of property.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe your property has been overvalued, you have the legal right to appeal your assessment. The process begins by contacting the Quitman County Tax Assessor’s office to discuss the valuation. If a resolution is not reached, you may file a formal protest with the County Board of Supervisors acting as the Board of Equalization. You will be required to provide evidence, such as recent appraisals, sales data of comparable properties, or documentation of property damage, to support your claim for a lower valuation.