Wilkinson County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 2,779.
The median annual property tax in Wilkinson County is $801, which is 48% lower than the Georgia state average and 58% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $90,800. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$801
-48% vs State
-58% vs US
Median Home Value
$90,800
-50% vs State
-57% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
-2% vs State
-7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$884
$74/mo
Without Mortgage
$775
$65/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 | $801 +4.2% | 0.88% |
| 2022 | $769 +3.2% | 0.88% |
| 2021 | $745 +4.6% | 0.97% |
| 2020 | $712 +6.6% | 1.02% |
| 2019 | $668 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$46,673
per year
Monthly Tax
$67
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Johnson County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.92%
Bryan County
Tax: $2,501/yr Rate: 0.79%
Quitman County
Tax: $869/yr Rate: 0.84%
Wheeler County
Tax: $562/yr Rate: 0.75%
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.91%
Fulton County
Tax: $3,847/yr Rate: 0.89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wilkinson County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wilkinson County is $801 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $90,800.
How does Wilkinson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wilkinson County are 58% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.88% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wilkinson County? ▼
In Wilkinson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $884 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $775. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wilkinson County? ▼
Property taxes in Wilkinson County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $46,673. 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.