Hancock County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 2,210.
The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $869, which is 43% lower than the Georgia state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $87,400. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$869
-43% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$87,400
-52% vs State
-59% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
+10% vs State
+4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,124
$94/mo
Without Mortgage
$835
$70/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 | $869 -11.3% | 0.99% |
| 2022 | $980 +10.9% | 1.05% |
| 2021 | $884 +13.8% | 1.06% |
| 2020 | $777 -11.9% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $882 | 1.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$33,182
per year
Monthly Tax
$72
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Early County
Tax: $1,069/yr Rate: 0.82%
Ware County
Tax: $1,077/yr Rate: 1.01%
Cobb County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 0.69%
Bartow County
Tax: $1,901/yr Rate: 0.73%
Wheeler County
Tax: $562/yr Rate: 0.75%
Candler County
Tax: $1,412/yr Rate: 1.04%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hancock County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $869 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $87,400.
How does Hancock County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hancock County are 55% 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 Hancock County? ▼
In Hancock County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,124 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $835. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hancock County? ▼
Property taxes in Hancock County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $33,182. 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.