Rate Breakdown

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

How Property Tax Works in Tippah County

Property taxes in Tippah County are determined by the assessed value of your real property and the local millage rate. The process begins with the County Tax Assessor, who determines the "true value" of your property. In Mississippi, property is classified by use: Class I (primary residences) is assessed at 10% of its true value, while Class II (commercial) and Class III (personal property) are assessed at 15%. Your final tax bill is calculated by multiplying your assessed value by the total millage rate—the combined tax rate set by the county, school district, and local municipalities. One mill is equal to one dollar of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value.

Available Exemptions

Mississippi offers several exemptions to reduce the tax burden on qualifying homeowners. These exemptions must be applied for annually through the Tax Assessor’s office.

• Homestead Exemption: Available to individuals who own and occupy their primary residence as of January 1 of the tax year.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: Homeowners aged 65 or older may qualify for an additional exemption on the assessed value of their primary residence.
• Disability Exemption: Residents who are 100% permanently disabled (as certified by the Social Security Administration or other qualifying agencies) are eligible for specific tax relief.
• Veteran Exemption: Veterans with a service-connected disability may be eligible for significant exemptions on their primary home, depending on the percentage of disability.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Property taxes in Tippah County are due annually. Tax bills are typically mailed in the fall and must be paid in full by February 1 of the following year. It is important to note the following regarding your payments:

• Deadlines: Payments must be postmarked or received by the Tax Collector’s office on or before February 1 to avoid penalties.
• Installment Options: While some jurisdictions allow for partial payments, you should verify current local policy with the Tippah County Tax Collector, as failure to pay the full balance by the deadline will result in delinquency.
• Late Consequences: Payments received after the February 1 deadline are subject to statutory interest charges and penalties. Continued non-payment can eventually lead to the property being sold at a tax sale.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe the assessed value of your property is inaccurate or higher than the market value of similar properties in Tippah County, you have the right to appeal. The appeal process begins with the Board of Supervisors. You must file a formal written objection during the designated time frame, typically when the assessment rolls are open for public inspection. It is advisable to provide evidence, such as recent appraisals, sales data of comparable homes, or documentation of structural issues, to support your claim. The Board of Supervisors will review the evidence and issue a determination regarding your assessment.