Mississippi Homestead Exemption
Jackson County Tax Assessor
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Mississippi Homestead Exemption in its Moss Point, MS research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Mississippi homeowners who are over age 65 or totally disabled can exempt the first $75,000 of their home's assessed value from county property taxes. Available to Moss Point residents meeting age or disability criteria.
Tax savings vary by millage rate; typical savings $200-400/year
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Moss Point, MS, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Property tax exemption on first $75,000 value
- For homeowners age 65+ or totally disabled
- Must be owner-occupied
- Apply by April 1 annually
- Typical savings $200-400 per year
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Apply by April 1 annually
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Mississippi Homestead Exemption in Moss Point, MS?
The Grant Map record states: Property tax reduction on first $75,000. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Mississippi Homestead Exemption in Moss Point?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Mississippi Homestead Exemption in Moss Point, MS?
Confirm the application route directly with Jackson County Tax Assessor; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (228) 769-3065. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by April 1 annually.
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