Muscogee County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 40,491.
The median annual property tax in Muscogee County is $1,526, which is 0% higher than the Georgia state average and 21% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $182,300. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,526
+0% vs State
-21% vs US
Median Home Value
$182,300
+1% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
-7% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,970
$164/mo
Without Mortgage
$994
$83/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 | $1,526 +3.2% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $1,479 +6.2% | 0.88% |
| 2021 | $1,393 +3.2% | 0.95% |
| 2020 | $1,350 +2.6% | 0.94% |
| 2019 | $1,316 | 0.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,622
per year
Monthly Tax
$127
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Thomas County
Tax: $1,528/yr Rate: 0.82%
Walker County
Tax: $1,353/yr Rate: 0.78%
Houston County
Tax: $1,759/yr Rate: 0.86%
Bulloch County
Tax: $1,491/yr Rate: 0.78%
Warren County
Tax: $804/yr Rate: 1.03%
Fannin County
Tax: $959/yr Rate: 0.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Muscogee County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Muscogee County is $1,526 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $182,300.
How does Muscogee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Muscogee County are 21% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Muscogee County? ▼
In Muscogee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,970 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $994. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Muscogee County? ▼
Property taxes in Muscogee County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $56,622. 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.