Gilmer County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 10,184.
The median annual property tax in Gilmer County is $1,070, which is 30% lower than the Georgia state average and 44% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $278,900. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,070
-30% vs State
-44% vs US
Median Home Value
$278,900
+54% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
-58% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,153
$96/mo
Without Mortgage
$955
$80/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 | $1,070 +0.2% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $1,068 +3.1% | 0.41% |
| 2021 | $1,036 +0.2% | 0.48% |
| 2020 | $1,034 +10.7% | 0.50% |
| 2019 | $934 | 0.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,542
per year
Monthly Tax
$89
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 0.88%
Coweta County
Tax: $2,482/yr Rate: 0.77%
Jenkins County
Tax: $777/yr Rate: 0.96%
Forsyth County
Tax: $3,747/yr Rate: 0.76%
Effingham County
Tax: $2,344/yr Rate: 0.96%
Jones County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gilmer County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gilmer County is $1,070 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $278,900.
How does Gilmer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gilmer County are 44% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gilmer County? ▼
In Gilmer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,153 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $955. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gilmer County? ▼
Property taxes in Gilmer County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $72,542. 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.