Madison County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 8,240.
The median annual property tax in Madison County is $1,608, which is 5% higher than the Georgia state average and 16% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $198,800. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,608
+5% vs State
-16% vs US
Median Home Value
$198,800
+10% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
-10% vs State
-15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,822
$152/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,269
$106/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 | $1,608 +12.4% | 0.81% |
| 2022 | $1,430 +10.3% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $1,296 +2.0% | 0.83% |
| 2020 | $1,271 +0.1% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $1,270 | 0.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,784
per year
Monthly Tax
$134
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Haralson County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 0.85%
Baker County
Tax: $1,042/yr Rate: 0.87%
Rabun County
Tax: $1,463/yr Rate: 0.54%
Taliaferro County
Tax: $917/yr Rate: 1.25%
Miller County
Tax: $1,640/yr Rate: 1.39%
Laurens County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Madison County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Madison County is $1,608 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $198,800.
How does Madison County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Madison County are 16% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Madison County? ▼
In Madison County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,822 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,269. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Madison County? ▼
Property taxes in Madison County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $58,784. 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.