Bleckley County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 3,140.
The median annual property tax in Bleckley County is $1,438, which is 6% lower than the Georgia state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.08% on a median home value of $132,900. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,438
-6% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$132,900
-27% vs State
-37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.08%
+20% vs State
+14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,870
$156/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,271
$106/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 | $1,438 +13.4% | 1.08% |
| 2022 | $1,268 +30.7% | 1.04% |
| 2021 | $970 +3.9% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $934 -3.6% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $969 | 0.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,005
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Telfair County
Tax: $1,181/yr Rate: 1.09%
Catoosa County
Tax: $1,475/yr Rate: 0.69%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,604/yr Rate: 0.72%
Bacon County
Tax: $1,064/yr Rate: 1.02%
Lanier County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.02%
Hall County
Tax: $2,382/yr Rate: 0.76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bleckley County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bleckley County is $1,438 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.08% on a median home value of $132,900.
How does Bleckley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bleckley County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.08% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bleckley County? ▼
In Bleckley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,870 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,271. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bleckley County? ▼
Property taxes in Bleckley County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $53,005. 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.