Montgomery County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 2,297.
The median annual property tax in Montgomery County is $1,140, which is 25% lower than the Georgia state average and 41% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $118,200. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,140
-25% vs State
-41% vs US
Median Home Value
$118,200
-35% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.96%
+7% vs State
+1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,398
$117/mo
Without Mortgage
$810
$68/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 | $1,140 +7.6% | 0.96% |
| 2022 | $1,059 +17.8% | 1.01% |
| 2021 | $899 -1.6% | 0.96% |
| 2020 | $914 +12.4% | 0.99% |
| 2019 | $813 | 0.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,188
per year
Monthly Tax
$95
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Barrow County
Tax: $2,124/yr Rate: 0.83%
Bryan County
Tax: $2,501/yr Rate: 0.79%
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.91%
Wilkes County
Tax: $1,194/yr Rate: 1.14%
Lamar County
Tax: $1,910/yr Rate: 0.95%
Spalding County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Montgomery County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Montgomery County is $1,140 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $118,200.
How does Montgomery County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Montgomery County are 41% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.96% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Montgomery County? ▼
In Montgomery County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,398 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $810. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Montgomery County? ▼
Property taxes in Montgomery County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $51,188. 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.