Jackson County
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Jackson County, Mississippi
County Courthouse
P.O. Box 998
Pascagoula, Mississippi 39567
Tel: 228-769-3070
Fax: 228-769-3005
County Website: Jackson county
Assessor Website: Jackson county assessor
Jackson County Property Assessment Adjustment Instructions
- Find out when you can appeal your property taxes in Jackson County, Mississippi (usually the last Monday in September). https://www.co.jackson.ms.us/tax-assessor
- Get a copy of your property tax bill and any related documents from the Jackson County Tax Assessor's Office. https://www.co.jackson.ms.us/tax-assessor
- Look at your tax bill and documents to decide why you want to appeal. You might want to ask a tax professional or lawyer for help.
- Gather any papers that can help your case, such as copies of property deeds or purchase agreements.
- Submit a written request to appeal to the Jackson County Tax Assessor's Office. You might be able to do this online, by mail, or in person. https://www.co.jackson.ms.us/tax-assessor
- Go to the appeal hearing at the Jackson County Board of Equalization. At the hearing, you can explain your case and show any supporting documents. https://www.co.jackson.ms.us/board-of-equalization
- If the board decides you are right, your property taxes will be changed. If you do not like the decision, you might be able to appeal it to a higher level. https://www.dor.ms.gov/Pages/Property-Tax-Appeals.aspx
URLs
- https://www.co.jackson.ms.us/tax-assessor
- https://www.co.jackson.ms.us/board-of-equalization
- https://www.dor.ms.gov/Pages/Property-Tax-Appeals.aspx
Here's how to lower your property taxes in Jackson county
Contact the county assessor
Contact the Jackson county tax assessor's office and ask for a review of the property's value. Visit the Jackson county assessor's website to find the phone number to call. If the assessor determines that your property is worth less than the value on which your taxes are based, your property taxes may be lowered.
Tax exemptions
Start by finding what your tax bill is. Typically you will find your tax bill information on your mortgage statement. Look for tax exemptions or credits that you may be eligible for. Many states and localities offer exemptions or credits for homeowners who meet certain criteria, information such as being over a certain age or having a low income. Jackson county may have these types of exemptions available for homeowners. These exemptions and credits can lower the property tax you owe.
Appeal tax assessment
Appeal the property tax assessment. If you believe that your property's value has been overestimated, you can typically appeal the assessment to your Jackson county tax assessor's office. This is part of the services that your assessor's office provides. You will need to provide evidence to support your claim, such as a recent appraisal or sales data for comparable properties and homes in your area. Usually, you will meet with the Board of Equalization. If your appeal is successful, your property taxes may be lowered.
Challenge the tax rate
Consider challenging the tax rate. In some cases, the amount of property taxes you owe is not based on the value of your property, but on the tax rate set by your local government. If you believe that the tax rate is too high, you can contact your Jackson county government and ask them to consider reducing it.
Property Tax Rules
Stay up-to-date on your property's value and property tax rules. For the purpose of lowering your Jackson county property tax, property value is the assessed property value and not the market property value. Assessed property value is used for taxation purposes while market property value is what a buyer and seller would likely agree on. Typically the assessed value is lower than the market value. Your property's value can change over time due to a variety of factors, such as changes in the local real estate market or improvements you make to your property. To ensure that your property taxes are accurate and fair, it is important to stay informed about your property's value and contact Jackson county local tax assessor's office if you believe there has been a significant change.
Keep in mind that property tax laws and regulations can vary, so it is important to consult with your Jackson county Mississippi tax assessor's office for specific information about how to reduce your property taxes.
About Jackson County
Homes in Jackson county have a median home value of $139,992.
Jackson county home values are ranked 10 out of 82 counties in the state of Mississippi for median home price. The average median home value in Mississippi is $96,189. Quitman county has the lowest median price at $55,619. Madison county has the highest median price at $222,614.
Compared to the rest of the United States, Jackson county homes have a median home value that is above the national median value of $130,626 by ~7.2%.
The median household income in Jackson county is $53,726.
Compared to the state of Mississippi and the United States, Jackson county's median household income is higher than the state of Mississippi's average median household income of $40,819 and lower than the United States average median household income of $54,172.
Jackson county's population has grown from 115,243 in 1990 to 143,252 in 2020, an increase of 24% over that time frame.
For comparison, the state of Mississippi's population has grown from 2,575,475 in 1990 to 2,961,279 in 2020, an increase of 15% over that time frame.
In the United States, the population has grown from 248,790,925 in 1990 to 331,449,281 in 2020, an increase of 33% over that time frame.
Jackson county's population change from 1990 to 2020 is greater than the population change for Mississippi and less than the population change for United States.
Jackson County Mississippi Cities
Gautier, Kreole, Moss Point, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula
Jackson County Mississippi Zipcodes
39553 / 39562 / 39563 / 39564 / 39565 / 39567 / 39581 /
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