Clay County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 907.
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $966, which is 37% lower than the Georgia state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $92,500. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$966
-37% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$92,500
-49% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
+16% vs State
+9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,484
$124/mo
Without Mortgage
$595
$50/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 | $966 +10.7% | 1.04% |
| 2022 | $873 +34.5% | 1.08% |
| 2021 | $649 -0.8% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $654 -5.4% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $691 | 0.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,715
per year
Monthly Tax
$81
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Catoosa County
Tax: $1,475/yr Rate: 0.69%
Harris County
Tax: $2,470/yr Rate: 0.89%
Echols County
Tax: $1,110/yr Rate: 0.99%
Glynn County
Tax: $1,712/yr Rate: 0.64%
Stephens County
Tax: $1,396/yr Rate: 0.83%
Sumter County
Tax: $1,616/yr Rate: 1.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clay County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $966 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $92,500.
How does Clay County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County are 50% 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 Clay County? ▼
In Clay County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,484 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $595. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clay County? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $48,715. 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.