Screven County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 3,399.
The median annual property tax in Screven County is $1,444, which is 6% lower than the Georgia state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.18% on a median home value of $122,300. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,444
-6% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,300
-32% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.18%
+31% vs State
+24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,669
$139/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,262
$105/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 | $1,444 +21.1% | 1.18% |
| 2022 | $1,192 +18.6% | 1.11% |
| 2021 | $1,005 +10.1% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $913 +2.9% | 1.07% |
| 2019 | $887 | 1.09% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,017
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Ware County
Tax: $1,077/yr Rate: 1.01%
Haralson County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 0.85%
Jasper County
Tax: $1,956/yr Rate: 0.89%
Dougherty County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.39%
Houston County
Tax: $1,759/yr Rate: 0.86%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,604/yr Rate: 0.72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Screven County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Screven County is $1,444 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.18% on a median home value of $122,300.
How does Screven County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Screven County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.18% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Screven County? ▼
In Screven County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,669 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,262. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Screven County? ▼
Property taxes in Screven County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $53,017. 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.