Mitchell County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 5,227.
The median annual property tax in Mitchell County is $1,347, which is 12% lower than the Georgia state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $105,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,347
-12% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$105,500
-42% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.28%
+42% vs State
+35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,733
$144/mo
Without Mortgage
$952
$79/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 | $1,347 +1.4% | 1.28% |
| 2022 | $1,328 +4.8% | 1.35% |
| 2021 | $1,267 -0.9% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $1,278 +4.2% | 1.36% |
| 2019 | $1,227 | 1.44% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,908
per year
Monthly Tax
$112
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Laurens County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.77%
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 0.88%
Gilmer County
Tax: $1,070/yr Rate: 0.38%
Dodge County
Tax: $1,037/yr Rate: 0.95%
Haralson County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 0.85%
Peach County
Tax: $2,092/yr Rate: 1.12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mitchell County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mitchell County is $1,347 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $105,500.
How does Mitchell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mitchell County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.28% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mitchell County? ▼
In Mitchell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,733 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $952. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mitchell County? ▼
Property taxes in Mitchell County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $51,908. 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.