Calhoun County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 949.
The median annual property tax in Calhoun County is $947, which is 38% lower than the Georgia state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $82,200. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$947
-38% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$82,200
-55% vs State
-61% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.15%
+28% vs State
+21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,143
$95/mo
Without Mortgage
$813
$68/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 | $947 +8.9% | 1.15% |
| 2022 | $870 +17.4% | 1.13% |
| 2021 | $741 +4.4% | 1.28% |
| 2020 | $710 -4.8% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $746 | 1.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,714
per year
Monthly Tax
$79
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Gordon County
Tax: $1,450/yr Rate: 0.71%
Terrell County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 1.10%
Webster County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 1.01%
Bartow County
Tax: $1,901/yr Rate: 0.73%
Worth County
Tax: $1,221/yr Rate: 1.09%
Spalding County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Calhoun County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Calhoun County is $947 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $82,200.
How does Calhoun County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Calhoun County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.15% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Calhoun County? ▼
In Calhoun County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,143 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $813. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Calhoun County? ▼
Property taxes in Calhoun County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $55,714. 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.