Berrien County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 4,750.
The median annual property tax in Berrien County is $1,139, which is 26% lower than the Georgia state average and 41% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $115,200. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,139
-26% vs State
-41% vs US
Median Home Value
$115,200
-36% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
+10% vs State
+4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,329
$111/mo
Without Mortgage
$798
$67/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 | $1,139 -1.4% | 0.99% |
| 2022 | $1,155 +12.7% | 1.07% |
| 2021 | $1,025 +4.5% | 0.99% |
| 2020 | $981 +3.5% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $948 | 1.08% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,414
per year
Monthly Tax
$95
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Lowndes County
Tax: $1,643/yr Rate: 0.83%
Jones County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 0.96%
Lanier County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.02%
Echols County
Tax: $1,110/yr Rate: 0.99%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,761/yr Rate: 0.88%
Taliaferro County
Tax: $917/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Berrien County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Berrien County is $1,139 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $115,200.
How does Berrien County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Berrien County are 41% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.99% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Berrien County? ▼
In Berrien County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,329 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $798. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Berrien County? ▼
Property taxes in Berrien County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $50,414. 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.