Richmond County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 38,575.
The median annual property tax in Richmond County is $1,440, which is 6% lower than the Georgia state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $163,300. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,440
-6% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$163,300
-10% vs State
-23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
-2% vs State
-7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,695
$141/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,074
$90/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 | $1,440 +6.0% | 0.88% |
| 2022 | $1,358 +8.8% | 0.96% |
| 2021 | $1,248 +1.0% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $1,236 +0.0% | 1.07% |
| 2019 | $1,236 | 1.14% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,197
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Carroll County
Tax: $1,420/yr Rate: 0.62%
Hancock County
Tax: $869/yr Rate: 0.99%
Cook County
Tax: $1,009/yr Rate: 0.82%
Fannin County
Tax: $959/yr Rate: 0.35%
Twiggs County
Tax: $859/yr Rate: 0.82%
Ware County
Tax: $1,077/yr Rate: 1.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Richmond County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Richmond County is $1,440 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $163,300.
How does Richmond County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Richmond County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.88% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Richmond County? ▼
In Richmond County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,695 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,074. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Richmond County? ▼
Property taxes in Richmond County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $53,197. 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.