Liberty County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 11,690.
The median annual property tax in Liberty County is $1,897, which is 24% higher than the Georgia state average and 1% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $180,200. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,897
+24% vs State
-1% vs US
Median Home Value
$180,200
+0% vs State
-15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.05%
+17% vs State
+11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,094
$175/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,480
$123/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 | $1,897 +3.9% | 1.05% |
| 2022 | $1,825 +11.2% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $1,641 +0.7% | 1.19% |
| 2020 | $1,630 -1.5% | 1.22% |
| 2019 | $1,655 | 1.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,013
per year
Monthly Tax
$158
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Chatham County
Tax: $2,463/yr Rate: 0.90%
Gilmer County
Tax: $1,070/yr Rate: 0.38%
Coffee County
Tax: $1,014/yr Rate: 0.81%
Hancock County
Tax: $869/yr Rate: 0.99%
Burke County
Tax: $978/yr Rate: 0.91%
Chattooga County
Tax: $844/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Liberty County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Liberty County is $1,897 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $180,200.
How does Liberty County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Liberty County are 1% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.05% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Liberty County? ▼
In Liberty County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,094 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,480. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Liberty County? ▼
Property taxes in Liberty County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $59,013. 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.