Lamar County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 5,336.
The median annual property tax in Lamar County is $1,910, which is 25% higher than the Georgia state average and 1% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $201,400. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,910
+25% vs State
-1% vs US
Median Home Value
$201,400
+11% vs State
-5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.95%
+6% vs State
+0% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,184
$182/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,326
$111/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 | $1,910 +6.6% | 0.95% |
| 2022 | $1,792 +24.4% | 1.01% |
| 2021 | $1,441 +10.7% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $1,302 -3.6% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $1,351 | 0.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,457
per year
Monthly Tax
$159
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Pickens County
Tax: $1,914/yr Rate: 0.66%
Bibb County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 1.10%
White County
Tax: $1,732/yr Rate: 0.66%
Rabun County
Tax: $1,463/yr Rate: 0.54%
Chatham County
Tax: $2,463/yr Rate: 0.90%
DeKalb County
Tax: $3,046/yr Rate: 0.92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lamar County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lamar County is $1,910 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $201,400.
How does Lamar County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lamar County are 1% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.95% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lamar County? ▼
In Lamar County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,184 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,326. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lamar County? ▼
Property taxes in Lamar County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $68,457. 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.