Union County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 9,107.
The median annual property tax in Union County is $1,376, which is 10% lower than the Georgia state average and 28% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $272,600. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,376
-10% vs State
-28% vs US
Median Home Value
$272,600
+51% vs State
+29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-44% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,426
$119/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,331
$111/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 | $1,376 +4.1% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $1,322 +4.8% | 0.52% |
| 2021 | $1,262 +6.4% | 0.58% |
| 2020 | $1,186 -2.9% | 0.60% |
| 2019 | $1,221 | 0.62% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,697
per year
Monthly Tax
$115
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Decatur County
Tax: $1,353/yr Rate: 0.93%
Glynn County
Tax: $1,712/yr Rate: 0.64%
Dooly County
Tax: $1,198/yr Rate: 1.24%
Cobb County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 0.69%
Camden County
Tax: $2,197/yr Rate: 0.94%
Long County
Tax: $1,959/yr Rate: 1.00%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Union County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Union County is $1,376 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $272,600.
How does Union County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Union County are 28% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Union County? ▼
In Union County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,426 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,331. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Union County? ▼
Property taxes in Union County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $65,697. 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.