How Real Estate (Property) Taxes Are Calculated
Taxes owed on Real or Personal Property are determined annually by:
- Tax Assessor – Valuation of the property
- Board of Supervisors – Millage Rates
- Mississippi Department of Revenue – Approval of the roll
Important Dates
Once the roll is approved, the Tax Collector sends out notices and owners have the following dates to keep in mind:
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| February 1st | Deadline for paying property taxes without accruing interest |
| February 2nd | Interest will begin to accrue at 0.5% (1/2%) per month |
| August 1st | Publication fee ($3) will be added to taxes owed (for advertising the lien in the paper) |
| Last Monday of August | The Property lien will be auctioned at the Annual Sale of Delinquent Taxes. |
Visit GovEase for this sale
Pay Property Tax if Not Included in Mortgage Payment
- Online at Real Property Tax Payments
- In-Person
Oak Grove Location
4954 Old Hwy 11, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Purvis Location
144 Shelby Speights Dr., Purvis, MS 39475
- By Mail
Lamar County Tax Assessor/Collector
P.O. Box 309
Purvis, MS 39475