Terrell County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 1,895.
The median annual property tax in Terrell County is $1,222, which is 20% lower than the Georgia state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $111,500. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,222
-20% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,500
-38% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.10%
+22% vs State
+16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,325
$110/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,130
$94/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 | $1,222 +2.4% | 1.10% |
| 2022 | $1,193 +7.0% | 1.23% |
| 2021 | $1,115 +0.0% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $1,115 +13.1% | 1.19% |
| 2019 | $986 | 1.07% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,812
per year
Monthly Tax
$102
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Screven County
Tax: $1,444/yr Rate: 1.18%
Twiggs County
Tax: $859/yr Rate: 0.82%
Decatur County
Tax: $1,353/yr Rate: 0.93%
Grady County
Tax: $1,337/yr Rate: 0.98%
Jeff Davis County
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.93%
Clayton County
Tax: $1,737/yr Rate: 0.89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Terrell County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Terrell County is $1,222 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $111,500.
How does Terrell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Terrell County are 36% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.10% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Terrell County? ▼
In Terrell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,325 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,130. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Terrell County? ▼
Property taxes in Terrell County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $43,812. 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.