Ben Hill County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 4,283.
The median annual property tax in Ben Hill County is $1,216, which is 20% lower than the Georgia state average and 37% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $114,600. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,216
-20% vs State
-37% vs US
Median Home Value
$114,600
-37% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
+18% vs State
+12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,390
$116/mo
Without Mortgage
$943
$79/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 | $1,216 +18.3% | 1.06% |
| 2022 | $1,028 +15.1% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $893 -2.2% | 1.04% |
| 2020 | $913 -3.2% | 1.07% |
| 2019 | $943 | 1.13% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$39,081
per year
Monthly Tax
$101
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Meriwether County
Tax: $1,439/yr Rate: 0.93%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,604/yr Rate: 0.72%
Troup County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 0.97%
Bacon County
Tax: $1,064/yr Rate: 1.02%
Toombs County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.96%
Crisp County
Tax: $1,396/yr Rate: 1.16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ben Hill County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ben Hill County is $1,216 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $114,600.
How does Ben Hill County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ben Hill County are 37% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.06% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ben Hill County? ▼
In Ben Hill County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,390 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $943. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ben Hill County? ▼
Property taxes in Ben Hill County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $39,081. 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.