Sumter County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 5,961.
The median annual property tax in Sumter County is $1,616, which is 6% higher than the Georgia state average and 16% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $122,300. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,616
+6% vs State
-16% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,300
-32% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.32%
+47% vs State
+39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,941
$162/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,313
$109/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 | $1,616 +0.2% | 1.32% |
| 2022 | $1,613 -4.9% | 1.24% |
| 2021 | $1,697 +0.5% | 1.45% |
| 2020 | $1,689 +14.4% | 1.38% |
| 2019 | $1,477 | 1.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$41,877
per year
Monthly Tax
$135
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Hall County
Tax: $2,382/yr Rate: 0.76%
Floyd County
Tax: $1,560/yr Rate: 0.80%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,431/yr Rate: 0.85%
Treutlen County
Tax: $940/yr Rate: 0.96%
Carroll County
Tax: $1,420/yr Rate: 0.62%
Baker County
Tax: $1,042/yr Rate: 0.87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sumter County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sumter County is $1,616 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $122,300.
How does Sumter County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sumter County are 16% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sumter County? ▼
In Sumter County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,941 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,313. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sumter County? ▼
Property taxes in Sumter County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $41,877. 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.