Carroll County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 30,213.
The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $1,420, which is 7% lower than the Georgia state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $227,500. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,420
-7% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$227,500
+26% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
-31% vs State
-35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,630
$136/mo
Without Mortgage
$946
$79/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 | $1,420 +6.1% | 0.62% |
| 2022 | $1,338 +12.5% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $1,189 +11.5% | 0.73% |
| 2020 | $1,066 +2.2% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $1,043 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,327
per year
Monthly Tax
$118
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Putnam County
Tax: $1,604/yr Rate: 0.72%
Lanier County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.02%
Paulding County
Tax: $2,444/yr Rate: 0.85%
Gilmer County
Tax: $1,070/yr Rate: 0.38%
Pike County
Tax: $2,456/yr Rate: 0.92%
Thomas County
Tax: $1,528/yr Rate: 0.82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Carroll County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $1,420 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $227,500.
How does Carroll County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Carroll County are 26% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Carroll County? ▼
In Carroll County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,630 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $946. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Carroll County? ▼
Property taxes in Carroll County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $72,327. 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.