Butts County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 6,219.
The median annual property tax in Butts County is $1,886, which is 23% higher than the Georgia state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $227,800. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,886
+23% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$227,800
+26% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
-8% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,183
$182/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,701
$142/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 | $1,886 +11.7% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $1,688 +15.6% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $1,460 -1.7% | 0.87% |
| 2020 | $1,486 +11.6% | 0.95% |
| 2019 | $1,332 | 1.00% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,221
per year
Monthly Tax
$157
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Whitfield County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.67%
Murray County
Tax: $1,111/yr Rate: 0.64%
Oconee County
Tax: $3,056/yr Rate: 0.72%
Baker County
Tax: $1,042/yr Rate: 0.87%
Tattnall County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 1.02%
Seminole County
Tax: $1,361/yr Rate: 1.22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Butts County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Butts County is $1,886 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $227,800.
How does Butts County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Butts County are 2% below 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 Butts County? ▼
In Butts County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,183 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,701. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Butts County? ▼
Property taxes in Butts County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $59,221. 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.