Schley County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 1,288.
The median annual property tax in Schley County is $1,356, which is 11% lower than the Georgia state average and 29% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $152,900. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,356
-11% vs State
-29% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,900
-15% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.89%
-1% vs State
-6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,714
$143/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,041
$87/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 | $1,356 -5.2% | 0.89% |
| 2022 | $1,431 +28.8% | 0.93% |
| 2021 | $1,111 +10.2% | 0.84% |
| 2020 | $1,008 -16.6% | 0.75% |
| 2019 | $1,209 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,647
per year
Monthly Tax
$113
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Whitfield County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.67%
Dooly County
Tax: $1,198/yr Rate: 1.24%
Seminole County
Tax: $1,361/yr Rate: 1.22%
Wilkinson County
Tax: $801/yr Rate: 0.88%
Haralson County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 0.85%
Polk County
Tax: $1,307/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Schley County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Schley County is $1,356 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $152,900.
How does Schley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Schley County are 29% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.89% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Schley County? ▼
In Schley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,714 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,041. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Schley County? ▼
Property taxes in Schley County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $59,647. 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.