Franklin County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 6,678.
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $1,231, which is 19% lower than the Georgia state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $160,600. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,231
-19% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$160,600
-11% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.77%
-14% vs State
-19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,406
$117/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,061
$88/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 | $1,231 +1.2% | 0.77% |
| 2022 | $1,216 +5.2% | 0.83% |
| 2021 | $1,156 +7.8% | 0.88% |
| 2020 | $1,072 +8.2% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $991 | 0.91% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,264
per year
Monthly Tax
$103
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.91%
Newton County
Tax: $2,133/yr Rate: 0.91%
Schley County
Tax: $1,356/yr Rate: 0.89%
Walker County
Tax: $1,353/yr Rate: 0.78%
Cook County
Tax: $1,009/yr Rate: 0.82%
Johnson County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Franklin County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $1,231 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $160,600.
How does Franklin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County are 36% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
In Franklin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,406 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,061. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $52,264. 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.