Wheeler County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 1,063.
The median annual property tax in Wheeler County is $562, which is 63% lower than the Georgia state average and 71% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $74,600. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$562
-63% vs State
-71% vs US
Median Home Value
$74,600
-59% vs State
-65% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.75%
-17% vs State
-21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$610
$51/mo
Without Mortgage
$555
$46/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 | $562 -18.0% | 0.75% |
| 2022 | $685 +6.0% | 0.83% |
| 2021 | $646 +28.2% | 0.96% |
| 2020 | $504 -20.4% | 0.91% |
| 2019 | $633 | 1.08% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$45,262
per year
Monthly Tax
$47
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Lee County
Tax: $2,273/yr Rate: 1.00%
Burke County
Tax: $978/yr Rate: 0.91%
Wilkes County
Tax: $1,194/yr Rate: 1.14%
Oconee County
Tax: $3,056/yr Rate: 0.72%
Warren County
Tax: $804/yr Rate: 1.03%
Tattnall County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 1.02%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wheeler County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wheeler County is $562 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $74,600.
How does Wheeler County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wheeler County are 71% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wheeler County? ▼
In Wheeler County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $610 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $555. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wheeler County? ▼
Property taxes in Wheeler County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $45,262. 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.