Chattooga County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 6,161.
The median annual property tax in Chattooga County is $844, which is 45% lower than the Georgia state average and 56% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $98,700. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$844
-45% vs State
-56% vs US
Median Home Value
$98,700
-45% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.86%
-4% vs State
-9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,054
$88/mo
Without Mortgage
$702
$59/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 | $844 +15.5% | 0.86% |
| 2022 | $731 +9.4% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $668 -2.6% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $686 +8.7% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $631 | 0.87% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,785
per year
Monthly Tax
$70
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Warren County
Tax: $804/yr Rate: 1.03%
Lanier County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.02%
Hancock County
Tax: $869/yr Rate: 0.99%
Gwinnett County
Tax: $3,381/yr Rate: 0.98%
Sumter County
Tax: $1,616/yr Rate: 1.32%
Floyd County
Tax: $1,560/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chattooga County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chattooga County is $844 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $98,700.
How does Chattooga County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chattooga County are 56% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.86% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chattooga County? ▼
In Chattooga County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,054 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $702. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chattooga County? ▼
Property taxes in Chattooga County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $47,785. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
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.