Wilcox County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 1,828.
The median annual property tax in Wilcox County is $753, which is 51% lower than the Georgia state average and 61% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $71,200. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$753
-51% vs State
-61% vs US
Median Home Value
$71,200
-61% vs State
-66% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
+18% vs State
+12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,643
$137/mo
Without Mortgage
$586
$49/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 | $753 +23.8% | 1.06% |
| 2022 | $608 +6.3% | 0.93% |
| 2021 | $572 -7.0% | 0.90% |
| 2020 | $615 -11.1% | 0.99% |
| 2019 | $692 | 1.12% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,036
per year
Monthly Tax
$63
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Clarke County
Tax: $2,444/yr Rate: 0.90%
Toombs County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.96%
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.91%
Bryan County
Tax: $2,501/yr Rate: 0.79%
Houston County
Tax: $1,759/yr Rate: 0.86%
Cobb County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wilcox County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wilcox County is $753 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $71,200.
How does Wilcox County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wilcox County are 61% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.06% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wilcox County? ▼
In Wilcox County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,643 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $586. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wilcox County? ▼
Property taxes in Wilcox County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $48,036. 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.