Long County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 3,692.
The median annual property tax in Long County is $1,959, which is 28% higher than the Georgia state average and 2% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $196,500. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,959
+28% vs State
+2% vs US
Median Home Value
$196,500
+9% vs State
-7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.00%
+11% vs State
+5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,189
$182/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,375
$115/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 | $1,959 +7.1% | 1.00% |
| 2022 | $1,829 +19.9% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,526 +6.7% | 1.11% |
| 2020 | $1,430 -0.7% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $1,440 | 1.18% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,747
per year
Monthly Tax
$163
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Putnam County
Tax: $1,604/yr Rate: 0.72%
Bleckley County
Tax: $1,438/yr Rate: 1.08%
Cherokee County
Tax: $2,734/yr Rate: 0.70%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,761/yr Rate: 0.88%
Peach County
Tax: $2,092/yr Rate: 1.12%
Telfair County
Tax: $1,181/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Long County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Long County is $1,959 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $196,500.
How does Long County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Long County are 2% 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 Long County? ▼
In Long County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,189 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,375. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Long County? ▼
Property taxes in Long County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $64,747. 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.