Greene County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 6,209.
The median annual property tax in Greene County is $2,343, which is 53% higher than the Georgia state average and 22% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $342,200. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,343
+53% vs State
+22% vs US
Median Home Value
$342,200
+89% vs State
+62% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-24% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,572
$214/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,933
$161/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 | $2,343 +9.9% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $2,132 +6.4% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $2,003 +12.5% | 0.80% |
| 2020 | $1,781 +21.2% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $1,469 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$84,530
per year
Monthly Tax
$195
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Walker County
Tax: $1,353/yr Rate: 0.78%
Union County
Tax: $1,376/yr Rate: 0.50%
Turner County
Tax: $1,077/yr Rate: 1.13%
Long County
Tax: $1,959/yr Rate: 1.00%
Rabun County
Tax: $1,463/yr Rate: 0.54%
Banks County
Tax: $1,586/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Greene County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Greene County is $2,343 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $342,200.
How does Greene County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Greene County are 22% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Greene County? ▼
In Greene County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,572 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,933. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Greene County? ▼
Property taxes in Greene County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $84,530. 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.