Seminole County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 2,736.
The median annual property tax in Seminole County is $1,361, which is 11% lower than the Georgia state average and 29% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $111,600. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,361
-11% vs State
-29% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,600
-38% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
+36% vs State
+28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,663
$139/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,118
$93/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 | $1,361 +1.9% | 1.22% |
| 2022 | $1,336 +11.1% | 1.21% |
| 2021 | $1,203 +15.7% | 1.27% |
| 2020 | $1,040 +15.7% | 1.13% |
| 2019 | $899 | 1.11% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,559
per year
Monthly Tax
$113
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Jeff Davis County
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.93%
Toombs County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.96%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,604/yr Rate: 0.72%
Morgan County
Tax: $2,399/yr Rate: 0.74%
Laurens County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.77%
Terrell County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 1.10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Seminole County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Seminole County is $1,361 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $111,600.
How does Seminole County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Seminole County are 29% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Seminole County? ▼
In Seminole County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,663 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,118. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Seminole County? ▼
Property taxes in Seminole County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $49,559. 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.