DeKalb County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 166,537.
The median annual property tax in DeKalb County is $3,046, which is 99% higher than the Georgia state average and 58% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $331,400. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,046
+99% vs State
+58% vs US
Median Home Value
$331,400
+83% vs State
+57% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.92%
+2% vs State
-3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,249
$271/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,639
$220/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 | $3,046 +6.7% | 0.92% |
| 2022 | $2,856 +9.8% | 0.95% |
| 2021 | $2,601 +7.7% | 1.02% |
| 2020 | $2,414 +5.7% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $2,283 | 1.06% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,683
per year
Monthly Tax
$254
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 0.88%
Jones County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 0.96%
Troup County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 0.97%
Colquitt County
Tax: $1,051/yr Rate: 0.87%
Effingham County
Tax: $2,344/yr Rate: 0.96%
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in DeKalb County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in DeKalb County is $3,046 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $331,400.
How does DeKalb County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in DeKalb County are 58% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.92% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in DeKalb County? ▼
In DeKalb County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,249 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,639. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in DeKalb County? ▼
Property taxes in DeKalb County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $77,683. 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.