Candler County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 2,614.
The median annual property tax in Candler County is $1,412, which is 8% lower than the Georgia state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $135,600. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,412
-8% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$135,600
-25% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
+16% vs State
+9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,765
$147/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,236
$103/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 | $1,412 +3.4% | 1.04% |
| 2022 | $1,365 +9.0% | 0.96% |
| 2021 | $1,252 +12.0% | 1.32% |
| 2020 | $1,118 +4.0% | 1.24% |
| 2019 | $1,075 | 1.12% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,431
per year
Monthly Tax
$118
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Dooly County
Tax: $1,198/yr Rate: 1.24%
Floyd County
Tax: $1,560/yr Rate: 0.80%
Jefferson County
Tax: $923/yr Rate: 0.99%
Dade County
Tax: $1,039/yr Rate: 0.62%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,761/yr Rate: 0.88%
Mitchell County
Tax: $1,347/yr Rate: 1.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Candler County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Candler County is $1,412 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $135,600.
How does Candler County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Candler County are 27% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.04% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Candler County? ▼
In Candler County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,765 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,236. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Candler County? ▼
Property taxes in Candler County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $50,431. 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.