Cobb County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 196,564.
The median annual property tax in Cobb County is $2,560, which is 67% higher than the Georgia state average and 33% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $373,700. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,560
+67% vs State
+33% vs US
Median Home Value
$373,700
+107% vs State
+77% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
-23% vs State
-27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,841
$237/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,683
$140/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 | $2,560 +7.5% | 0.69% |
| 2022 | $2,382 +10.5% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $2,155 +8.7% | 0.73% |
| 2020 | $1,982 +8.2% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $1,832 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$98,712
per year
Monthly Tax
$213
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Mitchell County
Tax: $1,347/yr Rate: 1.28%
Richmond County
Tax: $1,440/yr Rate: 0.88%
Berrien County
Tax: $1,139/yr Rate: 0.99%
Banks County
Tax: $1,586/yr Rate: 0.63%
Dodge County
Tax: $1,037/yr Rate: 0.95%
Houston County
Tax: $1,759/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cobb County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cobb County is $2,560 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $373,700.
How does Cobb County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cobb County are 33% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cobb County? ▼
In Cobb County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,841 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,683. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cobb County? ▼
Property taxes in Cobb County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $98,712. 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.