Walton County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 27,674.
The median annual property tax in Walton County is $2,431, which is 59% higher than the Georgia state average and 26% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $300,500. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,431
+59% vs State
+26% vs US
Median Home Value
$300,500
+66% vs State
+42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
-10% vs State
-15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,712
$226/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,689
$141/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 | $2,431 +7.0% | 0.81% |
| 2022 | $2,273 +11.9% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $2,031 +12.4% | 0.88% |
| 2020 | $1,807 +10.8% | 0.86% |
| 2019 | $1,631 | 0.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,381
per year
Monthly Tax
$203
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Catoosa County
Tax: $1,475/yr Rate: 0.69%
Telfair County
Tax: $1,181/yr Rate: 1.09%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,231/yr Rate: 0.77%
Paulding County
Tax: $2,444/yr Rate: 0.85%
Miller County
Tax: $1,640/yr Rate: 1.39%
Glascock County
Tax: $1,214/yr Rate: 0.99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Walton County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Walton County is $2,431 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $300,500.
How does Walton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Walton County are 26% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Walton County? ▼
In Walton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,712 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,689. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Walton County? ▼
Property taxes in Walton County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $82,381. 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.