Troup County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 15,191.
The median annual property tax in Troup County is $1,826, which is 19% higher than the Georgia state average and 5% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $187,800. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,826
+19% vs State
-5% vs US
Median Home Value
$187,800
+4% vs State
-11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
+8% vs State
+2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,125
$177/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,293
$108/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 | $1,826 +8.6% | 0.97% |
| 2022 | $1,681 +10.4% | 1.01% |
| 2021 | $1,522 +6.0% | 1.05% |
| 2020 | $1,436 +1.7% | 1.04% |
| 2019 | $1,412 | 1.03% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,905
per year
Monthly Tax
$152
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Elbert County
Tax: $1,126/yr Rate: 0.98%
Mitchell County
Tax: $1,347/yr Rate: 1.28%
Brooks County
Tax: $1,513/yr Rate: 1.28%
Irwin County
Tax: $1,174/yr Rate: 1.11%
Rabun County
Tax: $1,463/yr Rate: 0.54%
Lanier County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.02%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Troup County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Troup County is $1,826 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $187,800.
How does Troup County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Troup County are 5% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.97% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Troup County? ▼
In Troup County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,125 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,293. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Troup County? ▼
Property taxes in Troup County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $54,905. 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.