Jackson County, MS Property Records
Property records in Jackson, Mississippi provide key details about real estate, including ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property tax information, deeds, plats, and recorded transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review property history, estimate taxes, or confirm legal descriptions.
Because Jackson is primarily located in Hinds County, official records are generally maintained by county offices, including the Tax Assessor for assessment and parcel information and the Chancery Clerk for recorded land documents. For properties in portions of Jackson that extend into other counties, users should confirm the correct county jurisdiction. Official Jackson-area property information can be accessed through the Hinds County government’s official property records resources and related county offices.
Jackson County, MS Property Records & Statistics
Jackson County has a median rent of $925, higher than Mississippi's $725.50 and the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 27.03% of occupied homes, above the state's 23.88% and the national 21.81%, though most households still own.
The median home value is $138,700, well above the state's $102,350 but below the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.75% is just above the state rate of 0.73% and the national 0.74%, so taxes track the typical level.
Median household income is $55,542, considerably higher than the state's $44,600 but under the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 5.18% is above both Mississippi's 3.54% and the national 2.87%, which tempers the strength of local incomes.
Overall, Jackson County is a mid-to-higher-cost Gulf Coast market by state standards, with solid incomes and typical tax rates but elevated unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Jackson
Jackson County keeps a large property record collection covering assessments, deeds, mortgages, valuations, and foreclosures. The county has 88,161 total parcels, including 53,728 residential and 2,794 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 85.17% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 96,790 deeds and 76,429 mortgages, with valuation data for 48,727 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 88,161 |
| Residential Parcels | 53,728 |
| Commercial Parcels | 2,794 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 85.17% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 96,790 |
| Mortgage Records | 76,429 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 48,727 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 6,056 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Jackson County has 74,797 assignment and release records available for research. They include 13,408 assignment documents recorded from October 7, 2000, through August 28, 2025, and 61,254 release documents recorded from December 4, 2000, through August 29, 2025, along with 135 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners, and researchers confirm that earlier loans were paid off, trace a mortgage as it moved between lenders, and find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. With coverage of more than two decades, they make it easier to review a property's full mortgage history.
How to Search Jackson County, MS Property Records
Jackson County property records are handled through the Jackson County Land Records Office at 2915 Canty Street, Pascagoula. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and can be reached at 228-769-3131. The county has 88,161 parcels, with deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and foreclosure notices on file.
To search recorded documents online, use the Jackson County land records search, where deeds, mortgages, and related instruments can be looked up. The Jackson County Land Records page explains the office's services, including land records and land redemption, and is a good place to learn how to request copies.
The records can show parcel and assessment details, owner names, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, assignments and releases, and foreclosure filings such as notices of trustee sale. Deeds in the county's data run from December 15, 2006 to August 21, 2025.
Before searching, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the matching records, and open the document that fits the property. If you need help, call the office.
Jackson Registrar of Deeds
The Jackson County Probate Office is located at 2915 Canty Street, Pascagoula, MS, 39567 and can be reached at 228-769-3131. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through landrecords.co.jackson.ms.us or the official website co.jackson.ms.us.
Jackson County Land Records Office
Jackson County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Jackson County property records by address?
Use the Jackson County land records search to look up recorded documents, and see the Land Records office page for guidance. You can also visit the Land Records Office at 2915 Canty Street, Pascagoula, or call 228-769-3131 with the property address. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I find property owners in Jackson County?
Owner names appear on assessment records and recorded deeds. Search the Jackson County land records for deeds showing who holds title, or call the Land Records Office at 228-769-3131. The county has 88,161 parcels, so searching by a full address or parcel number gives the best results.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Jackson County?
Jackson County's records show the 2024 assessment year, with the last assessor update on February 12, 2025. To confirm a parcel's assessed value, call the Land Records Office at 228-769-3131 and ask which office keeps the assessment roll. Have the address or parcel number ready when you call.
Where can I find Jackson County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills follow each parcel's assessment, and the county's tax records cover 85.17% of the population for tax year 2024. For a bill or payment history, call 228-769-3131 and ask the Land Records Office which office collects property taxes. The office page lists contact details.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Jackson County?
Deeds and mortgages are searchable in the Jackson County land records. The county's data shows 96,790 deed records and 76,429 mortgage records, recorded from December 2006 through August 21, 2025. For certified copies, visit the office at 2915 Canty Street in Pascagoula or review the Land Records page.
Where can I access Jackson County parcel maps and GIS information?
Jackson County has 88,161 parcels, and maps are maintained by county and city offices. Call the Land Records Office at 228-769-3131 to ask where parcel maps and GIS information can be viewed. Parcel maps are helpful for general reference but are not a legal survey of property boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Jackson County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on the project and on whether the property is in Pascagoula, Ocean Springs, another city, or unincorporated Jackson County. Call the Land Records Office at 228-769-3131 to ask which office handles your permit, and have the parcel number and a description of the work ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Jackson County?
No ready-made owner list is offered here. Owners can be found parcel by parcel through assessment records and the Jackson County land records. For a larger request, call the Land Records Office at 228-769-3131 to ask about copies, fees, and limits on bulk records.