Emanuel County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 4,944.
The median annual property tax in Emanuel County is $860, which is 44% lower than the Georgia state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $88,200. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$860
-44% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$88,200
-51% vs State
-58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
+9% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,027
$86/mo
Without Mortgage
$737
$61/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 | $860 +11.4% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $772 +1.7% | 0.88% |
| 2021 | $759 -1.9% | 0.98% |
| 2020 | $774 +0.1% | 1.04% |
| 2019 | $773 | 1.06% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,053
per year
Monthly Tax
$72
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Walton County
Tax: $2,431/yr Rate: 0.81%
Brantley County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
Haralson County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 0.85%
Screven County
Tax: $1,444/yr Rate: 1.18%
Clay County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 1.04%
Cook County
Tax: $1,009/yr Rate: 0.82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Emanuel County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Emanuel County is $860 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $88,200.
How does Emanuel County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Emanuel County are 55% 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 Emanuel County? ▼
In Emanuel County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,027 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $737. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Emanuel County? ▼
Property taxes in Emanuel County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $50,053. 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.