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From real estate to personal property and vehicle-related registrations, Lee County residents are responsible for several types of taxes. This page provides a quick overview of the most common tax types—including real property, personal property, boat registration, and mobile home registration—so you know what’s due, when, and how to stay compliant.
Tags that expired the previous month may be renewed online until the 15th of the following month. Otherwise it is considered delinquent and must be mailed with penalty or renewed in the Tax Collector's office.
Personal property tax applies to movable items used in business, such as equipment, machinery, and furniture. In Mississippi, this tax is assessed annually and is based on the market value of the business’s tangible assets.
Real property tax is assessed on land and any permanent structures attached to it, such as homes or buildings. In Mississippi, these taxes are based on the assessed value of the property and are used to fund local services like schools and infrastructure.
Lee County holds their tax sale on the last Monday in August at 8:30am. each year. Because of its size, Lee County has a fairly large tax sale. Approximately 3,000 parcels are sold with substantial overbidding and over 100 bidders present.
Mobile homes in Mississippi must be registered and are subject to a registration tax unless classified as real property. The tax amount is based on the value and type of mobile home and must be renewed annually or when ownership changes.
Land redemption allows property owners to regain ownership of their property if it was sold at a tax sale due to non-payment of property taxes.
Boats operated on Mississippi waters must be registered and are subject to applicable registration fees and taxes. The tax is based on the type and size of the vessel and helps support waterway maintenance and safety programs.
To register or renew a tag your trash bill must not have an outstanding balance. Use the button below to pay your trash bill.
