Jefferson County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 3,962.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $923, which is 40% lower than the Georgia state average and 52% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $93,100. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$923
-40% vs State
-52% vs US
Median Home Value
$93,100
-49% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
+10% vs State
+4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,137
$95/mo
Without Mortgage
$796
$66/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 | $923 -1.6% | 0.99% |
| 2022 | $938 +3.9% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $903 -8.8% | 1.02% |
| 2020 | $990 +14.3% | 1.16% |
| 2019 | $866 | 1.19% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$46,561
per year
Monthly Tax
$77
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Walton County
Tax: $2,431/yr Rate: 0.81%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,193/yr Rate: 0.80%
Tift County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.94%
Jones County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 0.96%
Stewart County
Tax: $907/yr Rate: 1.71%
McIntosh County
Tax: $1,310/yr Rate: 0.75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $923 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $93,100.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 52% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.99% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,137 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $796. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $46,561. 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.