Chatham County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 67,117.
The median annual property tax in Chatham County is $2,463, which is 61% higher than the Georgia state average and 28% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.90% on a median home value of $273,300. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,463
+61% vs State
+28% vs US
Median Home Value
$273,300
+51% vs State
+29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.90%
+0% vs State
-5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,645
$220/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,035
$170/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 | $2,463 +1.9% | 0.90% |
| 2022 | $2,418 +10.9% | 0.94% |
| 2021 | $2,181 +4.7% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $2,083 +6.2% | 1.00% |
| 2019 | $1,961 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,575
per year
Monthly Tax
$205
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Bibb County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 1.10%
Troup County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 0.97%
Johnson County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.92%
Camden County
Tax: $2,197/yr Rate: 0.94%
Lamar County
Tax: $1,910/yr Rate: 0.95%
Hancock County
Tax: $869/yr Rate: 0.99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chatham County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chatham County is $2,463 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.90% on a median home value of $273,300.
How does Chatham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chatham County are 28% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.90% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chatham County? ▼
In Chatham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,645 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,035. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chatham County? ▼
Property taxes in Chatham County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $69,575. 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.