Morgan County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 5,828.
The median annual property tax in Morgan County is $2,399, which is 57% higher than the Georgia state average and 25% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $323,100. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,399
+57% vs State
+25% vs US
Median Home Value
$323,100
+79% vs State
+53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.74%
-18% vs State
-22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,425
$202/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,334
$195/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 | $2,399 +0.1% | 0.74% |
| 2022 | $2,396 +12.4% | 0.82% |
| 2021 | $2,131 +9.6% | 0.89% |
| 2020 | $1,945 +2.4% | 0.84% |
| 2019 | $1,899 | 0.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$85,692
per year
Monthly Tax
$200
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Elbert County
Tax: $1,126/yr Rate: 0.98%
Jenkins County
Tax: $777/yr Rate: 0.96%
Union County
Tax: $1,376/yr Rate: 0.50%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,231/yr Rate: 0.77%
Houston County
Tax: $1,759/yr Rate: 0.86%
Butts County
Tax: $1,886/yr Rate: 0.83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Morgan County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Morgan County is $2,399 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $323,100.
How does Morgan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Morgan County are 25% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.74% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Morgan County? ▼
In Morgan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,425 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,334. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Morgan County? ▼
Property taxes in Morgan County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $85,692. 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.