Brooks County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 4,220.
The median annual property tax in Brooks County is $1,513, which is 1% lower than the Georgia state average and 21% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $118,100. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,513
-1% vs State
-21% vs US
Median Home Value
$118,100
-35% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.28%
+42% vs State
+35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,957
$163/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,183
$99/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 | $1,513 -0.8% | 1.28% |
| 2022 | $1,525 +1.4% | 1.19% |
| 2021 | $1,504 +14.7% | 1.42% |
| 2020 | $1,311 -2.2% | 1.39% |
| 2019 | $1,340 | 1.24% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,656
per year
Monthly Tax
$126
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Tift County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.94%
Chatham County
Tax: $2,463/yr Rate: 0.90%
Jefferson County
Tax: $923/yr Rate: 0.99%
Stephens County
Tax: $1,396/yr Rate: 0.83%
Emanuel County
Tax: $860/yr Rate: 0.98%
Calhoun County
Tax: $947/yr Rate: 1.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Brooks County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Brooks County is $1,513 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $118,100.
How does Brooks County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Brooks County are 21% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.28% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Brooks County? ▼
In Brooks County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,957 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,183. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Brooks County? ▼
Property taxes in Brooks County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $47,656. 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.