Harris County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 11,160.
The median annual property tax in Harris County is $2,470, which is 62% higher than the Georgia state average and 28% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $278,700. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,470
+62% vs State
+28% vs US
Median Home Value
$278,700
+54% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.89%
-1% vs State
-6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,703
$225/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,035
$170/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 | $2,470 +0.4% | 0.89% |
| 2022 | $2,460 +9.4% | 0.90% |
| 2021 | $2,249 +6.5% | 0.94% |
| 2020 | $2,112 +4.5% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $2,021 | 0.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$89,184
per year
Monthly Tax
$206
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Morgan County
Tax: $2,399/yr Rate: 0.74%
Gwinnett County
Tax: $3,381/yr Rate: 0.98%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,219/yr Rate: 0.84%
Evans County
Tax: $1,442/yr Rate: 1.03%
Toombs County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.96%
Fulton County
Tax: $3,847/yr Rate: 0.89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Harris County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Harris County is $2,470 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $278,700.
How does Harris County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Harris County are 28% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.89% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Harris County? ▼
In Harris County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,703 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,035. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Harris County? ▼
Property taxes in Harris County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $89,184. 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.