Jackson County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 21,524.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $2,761, which is 81% higher than the Georgia state average and 44% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $312,700. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,761
+81% vs State
+44% vs US
Median Home Value
$312,700
+73% vs State
+48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
-2% vs State
-7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,946
$246/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,250
$188/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 | $2,761 +6.3% | 0.88% |
| 2022 | $2,598 +14.0% | 0.93% |
| 2021 | $2,278 +11.6% | 0.97% |
| 2020 | $2,041 +9.0% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $1,872 | 0.99% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$85,012
per year
Monthly Tax
$230
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Lanier County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.02%
Coweta County
Tax: $2,482/yr Rate: 0.77%
Elbert County
Tax: $1,126/yr Rate: 0.98%
Thomas County
Tax: $1,528/yr Rate: 0.82%
Brantley County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
Grady County
Tax: $1,337/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $2,761 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $312,700.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 44% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.88% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,946 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,250. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $85,012. 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.