Stephens County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 7,411.
The median annual property tax in Stephens County is $1,396, which is 9% lower than the Georgia state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $168,200. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,396
-9% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$168,200
-7% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
-8% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,482
$124/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,206
$101/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 | $1,396 +6.1% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $1,316 +7.2% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $1,228 +6.8% | 0.97% |
| 2020 | $1,150 +8.0% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $1,065 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,264
per year
Monthly Tax
$116
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Clinch County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 1.40%
Early County
Tax: $1,069/yr Rate: 0.82%
Jefferson County
Tax: $923/yr Rate: 0.99%
Henry County
Tax: $2,559/yr Rate: 0.92%
Bulloch County
Tax: $1,491/yr Rate: 0.78%
Brantley County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Stephens County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Stephens County is $1,396 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $168,200.
How does Stephens County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Stephens County are 27% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.83% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Stephens County? ▼
In Stephens County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,482 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,206. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Stephens County? ▼
Property taxes in Stephens County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $52,264. 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.