Toombs County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 6,652.
The median annual property tax in Toombs County is $1,223, which is 20% lower than the Georgia state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $127,100. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,223
-20% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$127,100
-30% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.96%
+7% vs State
+1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,558
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$698
$58/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 | $1,223 +1.2% | 0.96% |
| 2022 | $1,208 +4.5% | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $1,156 +14.5% | 1.13% |
| 2020 | $1,010 +10.3% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $916 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,130
per year
Monthly Tax
$102
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Lowndes County
Tax: $1,643/yr Rate: 0.83%
Habersham County
Tax: $1,330/yr Rate: 0.63%
Oconee County
Tax: $3,056/yr Rate: 0.72%
Monroe County
Tax: $1,669/yr Rate: 0.69%
Rabun County
Tax: $1,463/yr Rate: 0.54%
Bibb County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 1.10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Toombs County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Toombs County is $1,223 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $127,100.
How does Toombs County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Toombs County are 36% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.96% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Toombs County? ▼
In Toombs County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,558 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $698. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Toombs County? ▼
Property taxes in Toombs County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $54,130. 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.