Camden County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 13,410.
The median annual property tax in Camden County is $2,197, which is 44% higher than the Georgia state average and 14% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $233,900. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,197
+44% vs State
+14% vs US
Median Home Value
$233,900
+29% vs State
+11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.94%
+4% vs State
-1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,380
$198/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,771
$148/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 | $2,197 +7.0% | 0.94% |
| 2022 | $2,053 +4.0% | 0.96% |
| 2021 | $1,974 +11.0% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $1,779 +6.0% | 1.04% |
| 2019 | $1,679 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,399
per year
Monthly Tax
$183
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Brantley County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
Fayette County
Tax: $3,168/yr Rate: 0.78%
Emanuel County
Tax: $860/yr Rate: 0.98%
Lamar County
Tax: $1,910/yr Rate: 0.95%
Henry County
Tax: $2,559/yr Rate: 0.92%
Habersham County
Tax: $1,330/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Camden County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Camden County is $2,197 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $233,900.
How does Camden County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Camden County are 14% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.94% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Camden County? ▼
In Camden County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,380 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,771. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Camden County? ▼
Property taxes in Camden County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $72,399. 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.