Bartow County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 29,297.
The median annual property tax in Bartow County is $1,901, which is 24% higher than the Georgia state average and 1% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $262,200. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,901
+24% vs State
-1% vs US
Median Home Value
$262,200
+45% vs State
+24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.73%
-19% vs State
-23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,181
$182/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,381
$115/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 | $1,901 +6.3% | 0.73% |
| 2022 | $1,788 +15.0% | 0.75% |
| 2021 | $1,555 +8.3% | 0.81% |
| 2020 | $1,436 +11.8% | 0.80% |
| 2019 | $1,284 | 0.78% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,431
per year
Monthly Tax
$158
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Burke County
Tax: $978/yr Rate: 0.91%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,431/yr Rate: 0.85%
Towns County
Tax: $1,139/yr Rate: 0.37%
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.91%
Muscogee County
Tax: $1,526/yr Rate: 0.84%
Houston County
Tax: $1,759/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bartow County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bartow County is $1,901 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $262,200.
How does Bartow County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bartow County are 1% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.73% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bartow County? ▼
In Bartow County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,181 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,381. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bartow County? ▼
Property taxes in Bartow County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $79,431. 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.