Echols County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 929.
The median annual property tax in Echols County is $1,110, which is 27% lower than the Georgia state average and 42% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $112,600. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,110
-27% vs State
-42% vs US
Median Home Value
$112,600
-38% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
+10% vs State
+4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,179
$98/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,074
$90/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 | $1,110 +6.2% | 0.99% |
| 2022 | $1,045 +25.0% | 0.91% |
| 2021 | $836 -2.8% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $860 +27.6% | 1.13% |
| 2019 | $674 | 1.14% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,723
per year
Monthly Tax
$93
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Tattnall County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 1.02%
Washington County
Tax: $1,268/yr Rate: 1.10%
Ware County
Tax: $1,077/yr Rate: 1.01%
Bibb County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 1.10%
Twiggs County
Tax: $859/yr Rate: 0.82%
Harris County
Tax: $2,470/yr Rate: 0.89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Echols County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Echols County is $1,110 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $112,600.
How does Echols County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Echols County are 42% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.99% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Echols County? ▼
In Echols County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,179 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,074. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Echols County? ▼
Property taxes in Echols County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $61,723. 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.