Paulding County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 47,042.
The median annual property tax in Paulding County is $2,444, which is 60% higher than the Georgia state average and 27% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $289,000. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,444
+60% vs State
+27% vs US
Median Home Value
$289,000
+60% vs State
+37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.85%
-6% vs State
-11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,567
$214/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,885
$157/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 | $2,444 +8.5% | 0.85% |
| 2022 | $2,252 +15.3% | 0.90% |
| 2021 | $1,954 +9.8% | 0.95% |
| 2020 | $1,779 +7.8% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $1,650 | 0.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$94,557
per year
Monthly Tax
$204
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Wayne County
Tax: $1,193/yr Rate: 0.80%
Gordon County
Tax: $1,450/yr Rate: 0.71%
Cook County
Tax: $1,009/yr Rate: 0.82%
Fulton County
Tax: $3,847/yr Rate: 0.89%
Habersham County
Tax: $1,330/yr Rate: 0.63%
Union County
Tax: $1,376/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Paulding County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Paulding County is $2,444 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $289,000.
How does Paulding County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Paulding County are 27% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.85% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Paulding County? ▼
In Paulding County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,567 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,885. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Paulding County? ▼
Property taxes in Paulding County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $94,557. 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.