Baldwin County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 10,324.
The median annual property tax in Baldwin County is $1,222, which is 20% lower than the Georgia state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $164,700. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,222
-20% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$164,700
-9% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.74%
-18% vs State
-22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,381
$115/mo
Without Mortgage
$969
$81/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,222 +5.0% | 0.74% |
| 2022 | $1,164 +9.4% | 0.75% |
| 2021 | $1,064 +0.2% | 0.82% |
| 2020 | $1,062 +2.6% | 0.82% |
| 2019 | $1,035 | 0.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,413
per year
Monthly Tax
$102
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Bartow County
Tax: $1,901/yr Rate: 0.73%
Dade County
Tax: $1,039/yr Rate: 0.62%
Mitchell County
Tax: $1,347/yr Rate: 1.28%
Warren County
Tax: $804/yr Rate: 1.03%
Atkinson County
Tax: $674/yr Rate: 0.88%
Sumter County
Tax: $1,616/yr Rate: 1.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Baldwin County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Baldwin County is $1,222 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $164,700.
How does Baldwin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Baldwin County are 36% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.74% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Baldwin County? ▼
In Baldwin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,381 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $969. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Baldwin County? ▼
Property taxes in Baldwin County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $55,413. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.