Forsyth County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 73,661.
The median annual property tax in Forsyth County is $3,747, which is 145% higher than the Georgia state average and 95% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $493,800. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,747
+145% vs State
+95% vs US
Median Home Value
$493,800
+173% vs State
+133% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.76%
-16% vs State
-20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,025
$335/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,374
$198/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 | $3,747 +7.1% | 0.76% |
| 2022 | $3,500 +9.8% | 0.78% |
| 2021 | $3,189 +6.7% | 0.83% |
| 2020 | $2,988 +11.4% | 0.82% |
| 2019 | $2,682 | 0.79% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$138,000
per year
Monthly Tax
$312
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Berrien County
Tax: $1,139/yr Rate: 0.99%
Worth County
Tax: $1,221/yr Rate: 1.09%
Catoosa County
Tax: $1,475/yr Rate: 0.69%
Clay County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 1.04%
Coffee County
Tax: $1,014/yr Rate: 0.81%
Webster County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 1.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Forsyth County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Forsyth County is $3,747 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $493,800.
How does Forsyth County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Forsyth County are 95% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.76% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Forsyth County? ▼
In Forsyth County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,025 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,374. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Forsyth County? ▼
Property taxes in Forsyth County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $138,000. 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.