Upson County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 6,507.
The median annual property tax in Upson County is $1,325, which is 13% lower than the Georgia state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $149,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,325
-13% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$149,500
-17% vs State
-29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.89%
-1% vs State
-6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,455
$121/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,197
$100/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 | $1,325 +8.9% | 0.89% |
| 2022 | $1,217 +10.5% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,101 +12.1% | 0.96% |
| 2020 | $982 +4.8% | 0.96% |
| 2019 | $937 | 1.00% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,904
per year
Monthly Tax
$110
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Cobb County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 0.69%
Taliaferro County
Tax: $917/yr Rate: 1.25%
Oconee County
Tax: $3,056/yr Rate: 0.72%
Randolph County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.88%
Coweta County
Tax: $2,482/yr Rate: 0.77%
Jeff Davis County
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Upson County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Upson County is $1,325 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $149,500.
How does Upson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Upson County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.89% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Upson County? ▼
In Upson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,455 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,197. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Upson County? ▼
Property taxes in Upson County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $50,904. 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.