Monroe County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 8,653.
The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $1,669, which is 9% higher than the Georgia state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $243,200. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,669
+9% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$243,200
+34% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
-23% vs State
-27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,081
$173/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,114
$93/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 | $1,669 +10.9% | 0.69% |
| 2022 | $1,505 -1.3% | 0.74% |
| 2021 | $1,525 +7.7% | 0.85% |
| 2020 | $1,416 +5.4% | 0.81% |
| 2019 | $1,344 | 0.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,863
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 0.88%
Chattahoochee County
Tax: $988/yr Rate: 0.99%
Troup County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 0.97%
Cobb County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 0.69%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,193/yr Rate: 0.80%
Barrow County
Tax: $2,124/yr Rate: 0.83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Monroe County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $1,669 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $243,200.
How does Monroe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Monroe County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Monroe County? ▼
In Monroe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,081 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,114. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Monroe County? ▼
Property taxes in Monroe County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $82,863. 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.