Lincoln County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 2,355.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,445, which is 5% lower than the Georgia state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $163,600. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,445
-5% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$163,600
-10% vs State
-23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
-2% vs State
-7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,227
$186/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,037
$86/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 | $1,445 -1.7% | 0.88% |
| 2022 | $1,470 +4.5% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,407 +8.6% | 0.98% |
| 2020 | $1,296 -2.5% | 0.98% |
| 2019 | $1,329 | 1.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,688
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Morgan County
Tax: $2,399/yr Rate: 0.74%
Ben Hill County
Tax: $1,216/yr Rate: 1.06%
Pike County
Tax: $2,456/yr Rate: 0.92%
Lee County
Tax: $2,273/yr Rate: 1.00%
Worth County
Tax: $1,221/yr Rate: 1.09%
Troup County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 0.97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,445 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $163,600.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.88% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,227 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,037. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $50,688. 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.