Charlton County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 3,193.
The median annual property tax in Charlton County is $1,081, which is 29% lower than the Georgia state average and 44% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $119,000. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,081
-29% vs State
-44% vs US
Median Home Value
$119,000
-34% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.91%
+1% vs State
-4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,165
$97/mo
Without Mortgage
$923
$77/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 | $1,081 -0.5% | 0.91% |
| 2022 | $1,086 +18.2% | 1.01% |
| 2021 | $919 +1.4% | 0.96% |
| 2020 | $906 +15.9% | 1.04% |
| 2019 | $782 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,534
per year
Monthly Tax
$90
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Liberty County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.05%
Toombs County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.96%
Towns County
Tax: $1,139/yr Rate: 0.37%
Jones County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 0.96%
Decatur County
Tax: $1,353/yr Rate: 0.93%
Warren County
Tax: $804/yr Rate: 1.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Charlton County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Charlton County is $1,081 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $119,000.
How does Charlton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Charlton County are 44% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.91% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Charlton County? ▼
In Charlton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,165 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $923. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Charlton County? ▼
Property taxes in Charlton County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $48,534. 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.