Wilkes County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 2,740.
The median annual property tax in Wilkes County is $1,194, which is 22% lower than the Georgia state average and 38% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.14% on a median home value of $105,000. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,194
-22% vs State
-38% vs US
Median Home Value
$105,000
-42% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.14%
+27% vs State
+20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,323
$110/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,126
$94/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 | $1,194 +0.0% | 1.14% |
| 2022 | $1,194 +17.9% | 1.29% |
| 2021 | $1,013 +0.8% | 1.27% |
| 2020 | $1,005 -8.3% | 1.27% |
| 2019 | $1,096 | 1.26% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,542
per year
Monthly Tax
$100
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Talbot County
Tax: $1,384/yr Rate: 1.09%
Gordon County
Tax: $1,450/yr Rate: 0.71%
Oglethorpe County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 0.80%
Towns County
Tax: $1,139/yr Rate: 0.37%
Harris County
Tax: $2,470/yr Rate: 0.89%
Haralson County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 0.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wilkes County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wilkes County is $1,194 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.14% on a median home value of $105,000.
How does Wilkes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wilkes County are 38% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.14% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wilkes County? ▼
In Wilkes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,323 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,126. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wilkes County? ▼
Property taxes in Wilkes County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $52,542. 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.