Jones County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 9,201.
The median annual property tax in Jones County is $1,673, which is 9% higher than the Georgia state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $174,600. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,673
+9% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$174,600
-3% vs State
-17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.96%
+7% vs State
+1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,075
$173/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,297
$108/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 | $1,673 +3.3% | 0.96% |
| 2022 | $1,620 +6.1% | 1.02% |
| 2021 | $1,527 -4.1% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $1,592 +14.1% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $1,395 | 1.12% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,259
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Tattnall County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 1.02%
Douglas County
Tax: $2,079/yr Rate: 0.79%
Carroll County
Tax: $1,420/yr Rate: 0.62%
Jefferson County
Tax: $923/yr Rate: 0.99%
Ware County
Tax: $1,077/yr Rate: 1.01%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,431/yr Rate: 0.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jones County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jones County is $1,673 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $174,600.
How does Jones County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jones County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.96% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jones County? ▼
In Jones County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,075 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,297. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jones County? ▼
Property taxes in Jones County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $68,259. 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.