Pickens County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 10,166.
The median annual property tax in Pickens County is $1,914, which is 25% higher than the Georgia state average and 0% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $289,600. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,914
+25% vs State
+0% vs US
Median Home Value
$289,600
+60% vs State
+37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
-27% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,980
$165/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,790
$149/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 | $1,914 +3.2% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $1,855 +5.5% | 0.70% |
| 2021 | $1,758 +12.7% | 0.80% |
| 2020 | $1,560 -3.3% | 0.79% |
| 2019 | $1,614 | 0.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,293
per year
Monthly Tax
$160
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Lowndes County
Tax: $1,643/yr Rate: 0.83%
McDuffie County
Tax: $1,317/yr Rate: 0.85%
Effingham County
Tax: $2,344/yr Rate: 0.96%
Troup County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 0.97%
Atkinson County
Tax: $674/yr Rate: 0.88%
Morgan County
Tax: $2,399/yr Rate: 0.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pickens County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pickens County is $1,914 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $289,600.
How does Pickens County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pickens County are 0% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pickens County? ▼
In Pickens County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,980 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,790. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pickens County? ▼
Property taxes in Pickens County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $75,293. 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.