Lowndes County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 25,201.
The median annual property tax in Lowndes County is $1,643, which is 7% higher than the Georgia state average and 15% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $197,900. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,643
+7% vs State
-15% vs US
Median Home Value
$197,900
+9% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
-8% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,791
$149/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,409
$117/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 | $1,643 +7.8% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $1,524 +5.3% | 0.86% |
| 2021 | $1,447 +5.2% | 0.94% |
| 2020 | $1,375 +2.4% | 0.94% |
| 2019 | $1,343 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,887
per year
Monthly Tax
$137
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Mitchell County
Tax: $1,347/yr Rate: 1.28%
Dade County
Tax: $1,039/yr Rate: 0.62%
Bleckley County
Tax: $1,438/yr Rate: 1.08%
Whitfield County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.67%
Talbot County
Tax: $1,384/yr Rate: 1.09%
Grady County
Tax: $1,337/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lowndes County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lowndes County is $1,643 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $197,900.
How does Lowndes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lowndes County are 15% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.83% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lowndes County? ▼
In Lowndes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,791 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,409. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lowndes County? ▼
Property taxes in Lowndes County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $55,887. 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.