Hattiesburg is home to the University of Southern Mississippi and a healthcare-driven economy in the Pine Belt region. Forrest County's property tax rate is close to the statewide average.
Recommended for incomes above $50k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Hattiesburg housing market
The 0.7% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Hattiesburg and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Mississippi average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Hattiesburg buyers. Many Hattiesburg properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $50/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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