Fayette County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 35,369.
The median annual property tax in Fayette County is $3,168, which is 107% higher than the Georgia state average and 65% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $405,600. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,168
+107% vs State
+65% vs US
Median Home Value
$405,600
+124% vs State
+92% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
-13% vs State
-18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,499
$292/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,438
$203/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 | $3,168 +3.7% | 0.78% |
| 2022 | $3,054 +10.0% | 0.83% |
| 2021 | $2,776 +3.5% | 0.90% |
| 2020 | $2,681 +2.5% | 0.91% |
| 2019 | $2,615 | 0.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$108,986
per year
Monthly Tax
$264
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Pike County
Tax: $2,456/yr Rate: 0.92%
Forsyth County
Tax: $3,747/yr Rate: 0.76%
Carroll County
Tax: $1,420/yr Rate: 0.62%
Dougherty County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.39%
White County
Tax: $1,732/yr Rate: 0.66%
Colquitt County
Tax: $1,051/yr Rate: 0.87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fayette County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fayette County is $3,168 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $405,600.
How does Fayette County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fayette County are 65% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.78% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fayette County? ▼
In Fayette County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,499 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,438. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fayette County? ▼
Property taxes in Fayette County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $108,986. 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.