Houston County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 41,709.
The median annual property tax in Houston County is $1,759, which is 15% higher than the Georgia state average and 9% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $205,600. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,759
+15% vs State
-9% vs US
Median Home Value
$205,600
+14% vs State
-3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.86%
-4% vs State
-9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,958
$163/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,330
$111/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 | $1,759 +7.1% | 0.86% |
| 2022 | $1,642 +11.6% | 0.87% |
| 2021 | $1,471 +1.1% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $1,455 +3.3% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $1,408 | 0.99% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,743
per year
Monthly Tax
$147
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Wilkinson County
Tax: $801/yr Rate: 0.88%
Glascock County
Tax: $1,214/yr Rate: 0.99%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,604/yr Rate: 0.72%
Baker County
Tax: $1,042/yr Rate: 0.87%
Charlton County
Tax: $1,081/yr Rate: 0.91%
Jefferson County
Tax: $923/yr Rate: 0.99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Houston County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Houston County is $1,759 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $205,600.
How does Houston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Houston County are 9% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.86% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Houston County? ▼
In Houston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,958 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,330. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Houston County? ▼
Property taxes in Houston County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $80,743. 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.