Henry County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 61,297.
The median annual property tax in Henry County is $2,559, which is 67% higher than the Georgia state average and 33% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $277,400. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,559
+67% vs State
+33% vs US
Median Home Value
$277,400
+53% vs State
+31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.92%
+2% vs State
-3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,715
$226/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,814
$151/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 | $2,559 +6.9% | 0.92% |
| 2022 | $2,394 +12.2% | 0.98% |
| 2021 | $2,134 +9.3% | 1.05% |
| 2020 | $1,953 +6.0% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $1,843 | 1.05% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,612
per year
Monthly Tax
$213
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Monroe County
Tax: $1,669/yr Rate: 0.69%
Tattnall County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 1.02%
White County
Tax: $1,732/yr Rate: 0.66%
Warren County
Tax: $804/yr Rate: 1.03%
Jenkins County
Tax: $777/yr Rate: 0.96%
Towns County
Tax: $1,139/yr Rate: 0.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Henry County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Henry County is $2,559 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $277,400.
How does Henry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Henry County are 33% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.92% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Henry County? ▼
In Henry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,715 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,814. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Henry County? ▼
Property taxes in Henry County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $81,612. 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.