Dougherty County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 15,956.
The median annual property tax in Dougherty County is $1,800, which is 18% higher than the Georgia state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.39% on a median home value of $129,200. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,800
+18% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$129,200
-29% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.39%
+54% vs State
+46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,118
$177/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,452
$121/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 | $1,800 +4.7% | 1.39% |
| 2022 | $1,719 +8.1% | 1.44% |
| 2021 | $1,590 +6.1% | 1.48% |
| 2020 | $1,499 +3.2% | 1.41% |
| 2019 | $1,452 | 1.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$46,784
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Coweta County
Tax: $2,482/yr Rate: 0.77%
Taylor County
Tax: $744/yr Rate: 0.90%
Randolph County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.88%
Fulton County
Tax: $3,847/yr Rate: 0.89%
Johnson County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.92%
Rabun County
Tax: $1,463/yr Rate: 0.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dougherty County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dougherty County is $1,800 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.39% on a median home value of $129,200.
How does Dougherty County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dougherty County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dougherty County? ▼
In Dougherty County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,118 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,452. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dougherty County? ▼
Property taxes in Dougherty County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $46,784. 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.