Walker County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 19,808.
The median annual property tax in Walker County is $1,353, which is 12% lower than the Georgia state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $173,900. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,353
-12% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$173,900
-4% vs State
-18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
-13% vs State
-18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,520
$127/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,089
$91/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 | $1,353 +7.6% | 0.78% |
| 2022 | $1,257 +10.7% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $1,136 +7.1% | 0.89% |
| 2020 | $1,061 +6.5% | 0.87% |
| 2019 | $996 | 0.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,887
per year
Monthly Tax
$113
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Richmond County
Tax: $1,440/yr Rate: 0.88%
Stephens County
Tax: $1,396/yr Rate: 0.83%
Walton County
Tax: $2,431/yr Rate: 0.81%
Echols County
Tax: $1,110/yr Rate: 0.99%
Glynn County
Tax: $1,712/yr Rate: 0.64%
Calhoun County
Tax: $947/yr Rate: 1.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Walker County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Walker County is $1,353 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $173,900.
How does Walker County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Walker County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.78% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Walker County? ▼
In Walker County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,520 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,089. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Walker County? ▼
Property taxes in Walker County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $55,887. 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.