Lumpkin County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 8,914.
The median annual property tax in Lumpkin County is $1,908, which is 25% higher than the Georgia state average and 1% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $277,200. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,908
+25% vs State
-1% vs US
Median Home Value
$277,200
+53% vs State
+31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
-23% vs State
-27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,198
$183/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,342
$112/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 | $1,908 +5.5% | 0.69% |
| 2022 | $1,808 +6.0% | 0.72% |
| 2021 | $1,705 +7.3% | 0.79% |
| 2020 | $1,589 +12.8% | 0.80% |
| 2019 | $1,409 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,388
per year
Monthly Tax
$159
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Gwinnett County
Tax: $3,381/yr Rate: 0.98%
Cook County
Tax: $1,009/yr Rate: 0.82%
Lanier County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.02%
Mitchell County
Tax: $1,347/yr Rate: 1.28%
Haralson County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 0.85%
Gilmer County
Tax: $1,070/yr Rate: 0.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lumpkin County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lumpkin County is $1,908 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $277,200.
How does Lumpkin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lumpkin County are 1% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lumpkin County? ▼
In Lumpkin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,198 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,342. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lumpkin County? ▼
Property taxes in Lumpkin County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $72,388. 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.