Pierce County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 5,853.
The median annual property tax in Pierce County is $1,209, which is 21% lower than the Georgia state average and 37% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $132,100. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,209
-21% vs State
-37% vs US
Median Home Value
$132,100
-27% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.92%
+2% vs State
-3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,416
$118/mo
Without Mortgage
$876
$73/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 | $1,209 +7.1% | 0.92% |
| 2022 | $1,129 +6.4% | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $1,061 -0.2% | 1.03% |
| 2020 | $1,063 +12.1% | 1.05% |
| 2019 | $948 | 0.91% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,691
per year
Monthly Tax
$101
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Morgan County
Tax: $2,399/yr Rate: 0.74%
Coffee County
Tax: $1,014/yr Rate: 0.81%
Monroe County
Tax: $1,669/yr Rate: 0.69%
Union County
Tax: $1,376/yr Rate: 0.50%
Crisp County
Tax: $1,396/yr Rate: 1.16%
Treutlen County
Tax: $940/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pierce County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pierce County is $1,209 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $132,100.
How does Pierce County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pierce County are 37% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.92% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pierce County? ▼
In Pierce County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,416 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $876. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pierce County? ▼
Property taxes in Pierce County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $56,691. 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.