Cherokee County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 76,737.
The median annual property tax in Cherokee County is $2,734, which is 79% higher than the Georgia state average and 42% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $389,800. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,734
+79% vs State
+42% vs US
Median Home Value
$389,800
+116% vs State
+84% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.70%
-22% vs State
-26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,966
$247/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,909
$159/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 | $2,734 +7.0% | 0.70% |
| 2022 | $2,556 +14.2% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $2,239 +9.9% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $2,038 +8.4% | 0.75% |
| 2019 | $1,880 | 0.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$105,442
per year
Monthly Tax
$228
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Baldwin County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 0.74%
Madison County
Tax: $1,608/yr Rate: 0.81%
Hancock County
Tax: $869/yr Rate: 0.99%
Haralson County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 0.85%
Elbert County
Tax: $1,126/yr Rate: 0.98%
Pike County
Tax: $2,456/yr Rate: 0.92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cherokee County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cherokee County is $2,734 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $389,800.
How does Cherokee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cherokee County are 42% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cherokee County? ▼
In Cherokee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,966 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,909. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cherokee County? ▼
Property taxes in Cherokee County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $105,442. 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.