Putnam County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 8,364.
The median annual property tax in Putnam County is $1,604, which is 5% higher than the Georgia state average and 17% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $222,000. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,604
+5% vs State
-17% vs US
Median Home Value
$222,000
+23% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
-20% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,793
$149/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,358
$113/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 | $1,604 +10.7% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $1,449 +8.8% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $1,332 +3.7% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $1,284 +4.9% | 0.77% |
| 2019 | $1,224 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,163
per year
Monthly Tax
$134
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Spalding County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 0.96%
Cook County
Tax: $1,009/yr Rate: 0.82%
Echols County
Tax: $1,110/yr Rate: 0.99%
Early County
Tax: $1,069/yr Rate: 0.82%
Banks County
Tax: $1,586/yr Rate: 0.63%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,231/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Putnam County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Putnam County is $1,604 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $222,000.
How does Putnam County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Putnam County are 17% below 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 Putnam County? ▼
In Putnam County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,793 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,358. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Putnam County? ▼
Property taxes in Putnam County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $64,163. 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.