Union County, MS Property Records
Property records in Union, Mississippi document ownership, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property taxes, transfers, deeds, mortgages, liens, and related land records. These records are useful for verifying ownership, researching property history, estimating tax obligations, supporting real estate transactions, and resolving boundary or title questions.
Because Union is located primarily in Newton County, official property records are typically maintained by the Newton County Tax Assessor/Collector for assessment and tax information and the Chancery Clerk for deeds and land records. Users can access official records by contacting or visiting the appropriate county office, and available online resources can be found through the Newton County Tax Assessor/Collector’s office. For properties located in any portion of Union outside Newton County, users should confirm the correct county office before requesting records.
Union County, MS Property Records & Statistics
Union County has a median rent of $830, higher than the Mississippi median of $725.50 and just under the national figure of $840.25. Renters pay more here than in much of the state. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 25.86% of occupied homes, above the state share of 23.88% and the national share of 21.81%.
The median home value is $148,500, well above the state's $102,350 though below the national median of $173,750. Property taxes are comparatively light: the county's median rate of 0.62% is under both the state rate of 0.73% and the national rate of 0.74%.
Median household income is $54,731, which is higher than the state median of $44,600 but below the national median of $65,108. The labor market is a clear strength. Union County's unemployment rate of 1.87% is much lower than the state's 3.54% and the national 2.87%.
Taken together, the figures describe a county with higher-than-average home values and rents for Mississippi, incomes that exceed the state median, very low unemployment, and property taxes below both comparison levels. A somewhat larger rental share suggests an active market for tenants and landlords.
Median Rent
Median Property Tax Rate
Median Home Value
Median Income
Unemployment Rate
Renter Occupied Housing
Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Union
Union County property records include tax assessment parcels, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 20,375 total parcels, including 11,185 residential and 478 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 81.78% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 25,321 deeds and 32,053 mortgages, running through August 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 20,375 |
| Residential Parcels | 11,185 |
| Commercial Parcels | 478 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 81.78% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 25,321 |
| Mortgage Records | 32,053 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 1,034 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 246 |
How to Search Union County, MS Property Records
Real estate documents in Union County are recorded by the Chancery Clerk's Office in New Albany. Together with assessment information for the county's 20,375 parcels, these records show ownership, transfers, and loans recorded against a property.
For news, notices, and updates from the office, see the Union County Chancery Clerk page. It is the office's online presence and a practical way to find current announcements and contact information.
To look into a property, start with the address, the owner's name, or details from a prior sale. Recorded deeds in the data run from January 3, 2006 to August 29, 2025, and mortgages run through August 15, 2025, so most recent transactions should be on file. Reviewing a deed shows how a parcel changed hands, while a mortgage shows a lender's recorded interest.
For searches that cannot be done online, visit the office at 109 East Main Street, New Albany, MS, 38652, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or call 662-534-1900. Staff can explain what is available and how copies are requested.
Union Registrar of Deeds
The Union County Probate Office is located at 109 East Main Street, New Albany, MS, 38652 and can be reached at 662-534-1900. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website facebook.com.
Union County Chancery Clerk's Office
Union County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Union County property records by address?
Contact the Union County Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-534-1900 or visit 109 East Main Street, New Albany, with the property address in hand. Staff can help find recorded documents tied to it. The office's online page also lists current contact information and announcements.
How can I find property owners in Union County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds kept by the Chancery Clerk. Call 662-534-1900 or visit the office at 109 East Main Street in New Albany to trace the latest deed for a parcel. Recorded deeds in the data run from January 3, 2006 to August 29, 2025, so recent sales should be included.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Union County?
Union County's tax records cover the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on December 16, 2024. For a specific parcel, call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-534-1900 and ask where the assessment roll is held. Provide the owner name or parcel number so staff can find the right property.
Where can I find Union County property tax bills and payment records?
Call 662-534-1900 to ask the Chancery Clerk's Office where property tax bills are issued and paid in Union County. The office, at 109 East Main Street in New Albany, is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Have the owner name or parcel number available to speed up the request.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Union County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are filed with the Union County Chancery Clerk. Visit 109 East Main Street, New Albany, on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or call 662-534-1900 to ask about access and copies. The data shows deeds through August 29, 2025 and mortgages through August 15, 2025.
Where can I access Union County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county has 20,375 parcels, but no online parcel map is listed for Union County here. Call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-534-1900 to ask where parcel maps are kept, or visit the office in New Albany during weekday business hours to request one.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Union County?
Permit and zoning rules vary by location. Call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-534-1900 and ask which county or city office handles building permits for your parcel. Properties inside New Albany or another municipality may fall under that city's own permit and zoning requirements.
How can I create a list of property owners in Union County?
Owners can be identified one property at a time through recorded deeds at the Chancery Clerk's Office. For a larger list or bulk records, call 662-534-1900 and ask what the office can provide. Staff can explain any limits and how requests for multiple records are handled.