Newton County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 29,962.
The median annual property tax in Newton County is $2,133, which is 40% higher than the Georgia state average and 11% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $233,300. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,133
+40% vs State
+11% vs US
Median Home Value
$233,300
+29% vs State
+10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.91%
+1% vs State
-4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,276
$190/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,678
$140/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 | $2,133 +12.0% | 0.91% |
| 2022 | $1,905 +10.1% | 0.95% |
| 2021 | $1,730 +8.5% | 1.03% |
| 2020 | $1,595 +10.1% | 1.00% |
| 2019 | $1,449 | 0.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,732
per year
Monthly Tax
$178
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Chattooga County
Tax: $844/yr Rate: 0.86%
Warren County
Tax: $804/yr Rate: 1.03%
Randolph County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.88%
Ware County
Tax: $1,077/yr Rate: 1.01%
Chattahoochee County
Tax: $988/yr Rate: 0.99%
Jasper County
Tax: $1,956/yr Rate: 0.89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Newton County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Newton County is $2,133 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $233,300.
How does Newton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Newton County are 11% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.91% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Newton County? ▼
In Newton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,276 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,678. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Newton County? ▼
Property taxes in Newton County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $73,732. 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.