Decatur County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 6,478.
The median annual property tax in Decatur County is $1,353, which is 12% lower than the Georgia state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.93% on a median home value of $146,200. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,353
-12% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$146,200
-19% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.93%
+3% vs State
-2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,353
$113/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,352
$113/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 | $1,353 -0.6% | 0.93% |
| 2022 | $1,361 +6.4% | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $1,279 +5.6% | 1.06% |
| 2020 | $1,211 +0.1% | 1.05% |
| 2019 | $1,210 | 1.09% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,485
per year
Monthly Tax
$113
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Wheeler County
Tax: $562/yr Rate: 0.75%
Grady County
Tax: $1,337/yr Rate: 0.98%
Walton County
Tax: $2,431/yr Rate: 0.81%
Oconee County
Tax: $3,056/yr Rate: 0.72%
Newton County
Tax: $2,133/yr Rate: 0.91%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,140/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Decatur County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Decatur County is $1,353 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.93% on a median home value of $146,200.
How does Decatur County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Decatur County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.93% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Decatur County? ▼
In Decatur County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,353 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,352. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Decatur County? ▼
Property taxes in Decatur County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $50,485. 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.