Lee County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 8,796.
The median annual property tax in Lee County is $2,273, which is 49% higher than the Georgia state average and 18% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $226,900. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,273
+49% vs State
+18% vs US
Median Home Value
$226,900
+25% vs State
+7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.00%
+11% vs State
+5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,338
$195/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,079
$173/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 | $2,273 +5.3% | 1.00% |
| 2022 | $2,159 +10.7% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $1,950 +4.4% | 1.09% |
| 2020 | $1,867 +4.0% | 1.12% |
| 2019 | $1,795 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$88,024
per year
Monthly Tax
$189
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Marion County
Tax: $860/yr Rate: 0.70%
Houston County
Tax: $1,759/yr Rate: 0.86%
Brooks County
Tax: $1,513/yr Rate: 1.28%
DeKalb County
Tax: $3,046/yr Rate: 0.92%
Stewart County
Tax: $907/yr Rate: 1.71%
Talbot County
Tax: $1,384/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lee County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lee County is $2,273 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $226,900.
How does Lee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lee County are 18% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.00% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lee County? ▼
In Lee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,338 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,079. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lee County? ▼
Property taxes in Lee County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $88,024. 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.