Rabun County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 5,504.
The median annual property tax in Rabun County is $1,463, which is 4% lower than the Georgia state average and 24% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $272,600. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,463
-4% vs State
-24% vs US
Median Home Value
$272,600
+51% vs State
+29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
-40% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,560
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,383
$115/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 | $1,463 +13.0% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $1,295 +5.9% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $1,223 +4.6% | 0.64% |
| 2020 | $1,169 +3.3% | 0.63% |
| 2019 | $1,132 | 0.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,466
per year
Monthly Tax
$122
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Bryan County
Tax: $2,501/yr Rate: 0.79%
Baldwin County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 0.74%
Wilkes County
Tax: $1,194/yr Rate: 1.14%
Bartow County
Tax: $1,901/yr Rate: 0.73%
Emanuel County
Tax: $860/yr Rate: 0.98%
Barrow County
Tax: $2,124/yr Rate: 0.83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rabun County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rabun County is $1,463 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $272,600.
How does Rabun County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rabun County are 24% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rabun County? ▼
In Rabun County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,560 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,383. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rabun County? ▼
Property taxes in Rabun County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $61,466. 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.