Copiah County Tax Collector Office: Pay Property Tax & Hours
The Copiah County Tax Collector handles current ad valorem tax collections and several other county tax and vehicle-related functions. If your main goal is paying a current property tax bill, start with the Tax Collector; past-due ad valorem taxes are handled by the Chancery Clerk.
This page explains the office hours, payment choices, online service fee, tax calendar and the difference between the Tax Collector, Tax Assessor and Chancery Clerk so you can go to the right office first.
April S. Holloway
8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday
P.O. Box 705, Hazlehurst, MS 39083
2.25% or $1.00 non-refundable service fee
Copiah County Tax Collector Office Hours and Contact Information
Copiah County identifies April S. Holloway as Tax Collector. The county Tax Collector page lists regular office hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
P.O. Box 705
Hazlehurst, MS 39083
601-894-2732
Fax: 601-894-3026
How to Pay Copiah County Property Tax
Copiah County’s official guidance says current land taxes can be paid through the Tax Collector. The county homepage also links residents to an online system for real-property and personal-property tax payments.
Use the county-linked IBC Payments portal for real-property or personal-property tax payments.
Correspondence for the Tax Collector is directed to P.O. Box 705, Hazlehurst, MS 39083.
The county says current taxes may be paid with cash, check, money order, debit card or qualifying credit card.
Online property tax payment steps
Use the payment link from the official county website or the direct IBC Payments portal linked on this page.
Choose Real Property Tax Payment for real estate or Personal Property Tax Payments if that is the account you need to pay.
Use the identifying information requested by the payment system and confirm that the displayed taxpayer or property information matches your bill before submitting payment.
The payment portal currently states that a 2.25% or $1.00 non-refundable service fee is collected at the time of payment.
The portal states that a confirmation email is sent after a successful transaction. Save that confirmation until the payment appears correctly on your account.
Accepted payment methods
Copiah County’s tax FAQ says current land taxes may be paid with cash, check, money order, debit card, or credit card. For credit cards, the county specifically identifies Visa and MasterCard in its published guidance.
Copiah County Property Tax Dates to Know
The Tax Assessor’s official page publishes several dates that affect local property owners. These dates help explain when collections begin, when late charges can apply and when delinquent accounts may move toward a tax sale.
| Date | What happens | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Middle of December | The county says collection of real and personal property taxes begins. | This is when the new collection cycle normally starts. |
| February 1 | Last day listed by the county to pay real estate, personal property and mobile-home taxes without a late fee. | Verify payment posting before this point if avoiding late charges is important. |
| April 1 | Homestead-exemption filing deadline and business personal-property rendition deadline. | These are Tax Assessor functions rather than Tax Collector payment tasks. |
| Last Monday in August | The county identifies this as the property-tax sale date for delinquent accounts. | Owners with past-due taxes should contact the appropriate county office well before the sale date. |
| October 1 | New millage rates go into effect. | Millage is part of how local tax liability is calculated. |
Where to Pay Delinquent Copiah County Property Taxes
The county’s current Chancery Clerk page states that the Chancery Clerk’s Office collects Copiah County past-due ad valorem taxes. That is an important distinction because the Tax Collector handles current collections, while delinquent accounts can move to the Clerk.
Start with the Copiah County Tax Collector.
Contact the Copiah County Chancery Clerk.
Copiah County Chancery Clerk
The current county page identifies Deborah Sandifer as Chancery Clerk and lists the office at 122 S. Lowe Street, Hazlehurst, MS 39083, with mailing address P.O. Box 507.
Hazlehurst, MS 39083
Mailing: P.O. Box 507
Tax Collector vs. Tax Assessor: Which Copiah County Office Do You Need?
The Tax Collector collects taxes. The Tax Assessor is responsible for appraising land, buildings and other taxable property and handles homestead-exemption applications. If the problem is the assessed value, parcel location or exemption status rather than payment, start with the Assessor.
| Your task | Office | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Pay current land taxes | Tax Collector | 601-894-2732 |
| Estimate land taxes or review parcel location | Tax Assessor | 601-894-2721 |
| File or update homestead exemption | Tax Assessor | 601-894-2721 |
| Resolve past-due ad valorem taxes | Chancery Clerk | 601-894-3021 |
Copiah County Tax Assessor
Hazlehurst, MS 39083
Mailing: P.O. Box 730
Hours: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday
601-894-2721
tmooney@copiahcountyms.gov
Homestead exemption timing
The Assessor’s page says new homestead-exemption applications and changes begin on the first working day in January and continue through April 1. If ownership, occupancy or eligibility changed, contact the Assessor rather than waiting until you are ready to pay the tax bill.
Car Tags and Other Tax Collector Services
The Copiah County Tax Collector does more than collect real-estate taxes. The county lists responsibilities involving personal property, mobile homes, automobiles, motorcycles, motor homes, trailers, airplanes, vehicle privilege taxes, certain machine taxes and business licenses.
The county’s FAQ also directs residents to the Tax Collector for car-tag renewals and tag-cost questions. For an accurate tag amount, the office asks residents to provide the vehicle information needed to calculate the charge.
What to Do if a Copiah County Tax Payment Has a Problem
The property or account does not look right
Do not pay an account that you cannot confidently match to your property. If the issue involves parcel location, assessed property details or valuation, contact the Tax Assessor. If the tax bill itself is correct but you need payment help, contact the Tax Collector.
Your online payment shows a service fee
The county-linked payment portal currently discloses a non-refundable service fee of 2.25% or $1.00. Review the total before submitting the transaction. If the displayed fee or amount is unexpected, stop before payment and confirm the account with the county.
You paid but the account still appears unpaid
Keep the confirmation email from the payment service and allow for normal posting. If the payment does not appear as expected, contact the Tax Collector with the account information and transaction confirmation rather than submitting a second payment immediately.
The taxes are already delinquent
Contact the Chancery Clerk because the county states that office collects past-due ad valorem taxes. Ask for the current amount and payment instructions before mailing or submitting funds.
You disagree with the property value
Payment collection and property valuation are different functions. Contact the Tax Assessor for assessment questions. The Tax Collector generally cannot change an assessed value simply because the resulting tax bill is higher than expected.
Copiah County Tax Collector FAQs
What are the Copiah County Tax Collector office hours?
The county lists Tax Collector hours as 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Holiday schedules can differ, so call 601-894-2732 before a time-sensitive visit.
Who is the Copiah County Tax Collector?
Copiah County identifies April S. Holloway as the Tax Collector.
Can I pay Copiah County property taxes online?
Yes. Copiah County links an online payment service that offers Real Property Tax Payment and Personal Property Tax Payments.
Is there a fee for paying Copiah County taxes online?
The county-linked payment portal currently states that a 2.25% or $1.00 non-refundable service fee is collected at the time of payment.
Where do I pay delinquent Copiah County property taxes?
The county’s current Chancery Clerk page states that the Chancery Clerk’s Office collects past-due ad valorem taxes. Contact that office at 601-894-3021 for current instructions.
When can late fees begin on Copiah County property taxes?
The Tax Assessor’s published calendar identifies February 1 as the last day to pay real estate, personal-property and mobile-home taxes without a late fee.
Who handles homestead exemption in Copiah County?
The Copiah County Tax Assessor handles homestead-exemption applications. The county states that applications and changes begin on the first working day in January and run through April 1.
Does the Tax Collector handle car tags?
Yes. Copiah County directs car-tag renewal and tag-cost questions to the Tax Collector’s Office.
Copiah County Tax Resources
Office details, duties, phone, email and hours.
Open official Tax Collector pageReal property, personal property, car tags and other supported county payments.
Open payment portalAssessments, property information, homestead exemptions and tax-calendar dates.
Open Tax Assessor pagePast-due ad valorem taxes and county land-record responsibilities.
Open Chancery Clerk page
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