Pike County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 5,517.
The median annual property tax in Pike County is $2,456, which is 61% higher than the Georgia state average and 28% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $265,700. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,456
+61% vs State
+28% vs US
Median Home Value
$265,700
+47% vs State
+26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.92%
+2% vs State
-3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,606
$217/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,113
$176/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 | $2,456 +10.6% | 0.92% |
| 2022 | $2,220 +7.9% | 0.95% |
| 2021 | $2,058 +10.8% | 1.02% |
| 2020 | $1,857 +6.1% | 1.02% |
| 2019 | $1,750 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$84,184
per year
Monthly Tax
$205
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Bryan County
Tax: $2,501/yr Rate: 0.79%
Emanuel County
Tax: $860/yr Rate: 0.98%
Clinch County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 1.40%
Wilkinson County
Tax: $801/yr Rate: 0.88%
Fulton County
Tax: $3,847/yr Rate: 0.89%
Ware County
Tax: $1,077/yr Rate: 1.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pike County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pike County is $2,456 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $265,700.
How does Pike County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pike County are 28% above 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 Pike County? ▼
In Pike County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,606 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,113. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pike County? ▼
Property taxes in Pike County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $84,184. 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.