Barrow County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 23,656.
The median annual property tax in Barrow County is $2,124, which is 39% higher than the Georgia state average and 10% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $255,200. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,124
+39% vs State
+10% vs US
Median Home Value
$255,200
+41% vs State
+21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
-8% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,246
$187/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,835
$153/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 | $2,124 +9.5% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $1,940 +16.2% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $1,669 +10.4% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $1,512 +7.7% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $1,404 | 0.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,477
per year
Monthly Tax
$177
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Schley County
Tax: $1,356/yr Rate: 0.89%
Baker County
Tax: $1,042/yr Rate: 0.87%
Long County
Tax: $1,959/yr Rate: 1.00%
Oglethorpe County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 0.80%
Glascock County
Tax: $1,214/yr Rate: 0.99%
Rabun County
Tax: $1,463/yr Rate: 0.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Barrow County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Barrow County is $2,124 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $255,200.
How does Barrow County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Barrow County are 10% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.83% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Barrow County? ▼
In Barrow County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,246 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,835. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Barrow County? ▼
Property taxes in Barrow County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $77,477. 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.