Dawson County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 8,500.
The median annual property tax in Dawson County is $2,224, which is 45% higher than the Georgia state average and 16% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $351,900. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,224
+45% vs State
+16% vs US
Median Home Value
$351,900
+95% vs State
+66% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.63%
-30% vs State
-34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,489
$207/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,621
$135/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 | $2,224 +3.9% | 0.63% |
| 2022 | $2,140 +9.7% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $1,950 +10.5% | 0.73% |
| 2020 | $1,764 +3.2% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $1,709 | 0.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$88,986
per year
Monthly Tax
$185
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Meriwether County
Tax: $1,439/yr Rate: 0.93%
Cherokee County
Tax: $2,734/yr Rate: 0.70%
Johnson County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.92%
Brantley County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
Schley County
Tax: $1,356/yr Rate: 0.89%
Clinch County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 1.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dawson County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dawson County is $2,224 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $351,900.
How does Dawson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dawson County are 16% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dawson County? ▼
In Dawson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,489 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,621. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dawson County? ▼
Property taxes in Dawson County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $88,986. 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.