Oconee County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 12,012.
The median annual property tax in Oconee County is $3,056, which is 100% higher than the Georgia state average and 59% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $425,100. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,056
+100% vs State
+59% vs US
Median Home Value
$425,100
+135% vs State
+101% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
-20% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,118
$260/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,924
$244/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 | $3,056 +6.4% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $2,872 +10.2% | 0.74% |
| 2021 | $2,607 +6.9% | 0.79% |
| 2020 | $2,438 +6.8% | 0.80% |
| 2019 | $2,282 | 0.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$115,925
per year
Monthly Tax
$255
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Macon County
Tax: $1,011/yr Rate: 1.16%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,193/yr Rate: 0.80%
Pierce County
Tax: $1,209/yr Rate: 0.92%
Forsyth County
Tax: $3,747/yr Rate: 0.76%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,761/yr Rate: 0.88%
Clinch County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 1.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Oconee County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Oconee County is $3,056 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $425,100.
How does Oconee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Oconee County are 59% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.72% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Oconee County? ▼
In Oconee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,118 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,924. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Oconee County? ▼
Property taxes in Oconee County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $115,925. 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.