Lanier County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 2,471.
The median annual property tax in Lanier County is $1,639, which is 7% higher than the Georgia state average and 15% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $161,100. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,639
+7% vs State
-15% vs US
Median Home Value
$161,100
-11% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.02%
+13% vs State
+7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,964
$164/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,039
$87/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 | $1,639 +5.1% | 1.02% |
| 2022 | $1,559 +10.7% | 1.04% |
| 2021 | $1,408 +8.1% | 1.12% |
| 2020 | $1,303 +4.9% | 1.11% |
| 2019 | $1,242 | 1.08% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,361
per year
Monthly Tax
$137
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Glascock County
Tax: $1,214/yr Rate: 0.99%
Treutlen County
Tax: $940/yr Rate: 0.96%
Gilmer County
Tax: $1,070/yr Rate: 0.38%
Hall County
Tax: $2,382/yr Rate: 0.76%
McDuffie County
Tax: $1,317/yr Rate: 0.85%
Rabun County
Tax: $1,463/yr Rate: 0.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lanier County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lanier County is $1,639 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $161,100.
How does Lanier County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lanier County are 15% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.02% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lanier County? ▼
In Lanier County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,964 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,039. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lanier County? ▼
Property taxes in Lanier County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $44,361. 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.