Elbert County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 5,655.
The median annual property tax in Elbert County is $1,126, which is 26% lower than the Georgia state average and 41% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $114,600. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,126
-26% vs State
-41% vs US
Median Home Value
$114,600
-37% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
+9% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,336
$111/mo
Without Mortgage
$993
$83/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 | $1,126 +15.7% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $973 +10.9% | 0.93% |
| 2021 | $877 +3.4% | 0.95% |
| 2020 | $848 +1.7% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $834 | 0.98% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,727
per year
Monthly Tax
$94
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Walton County
Tax: $2,431/yr Rate: 0.81%
Taylor County
Tax: $744/yr Rate: 0.90%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,604/yr Rate: 0.72%
Spalding County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 0.96%
Cook County
Tax: $1,009/yr Rate: 0.82%
Towns County
Tax: $1,139/yr Rate: 0.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Elbert County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Elbert County is $1,126 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $114,600.
How does Elbert County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Elbert County are 41% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Elbert County? ▼
In Elbert County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,336 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $993. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Elbert County? ▼
Property taxes in Elbert County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $49,727. 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.