Washington County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 4,867.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,268, which is 17% lower than the Georgia state average and 34% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $115,600. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,268
-17% vs State
-34% vs US
Median Home Value
$115,600
-36% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.10%
+22% vs State
+16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,666
$139/mo
Without Mortgage
$861
$72/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 | $1,268 -4.4% | 1.10% |
| 2022 | $1,326 +18.5% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | $1,119 +5.4% | 1.14% |
| 2020 | $1,062 +6.9% | 1.15% |
| 2019 | $993 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,009
per year
Monthly Tax
$106
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Toombs County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.96%
Tift County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.94%
Dawson County
Tax: $2,224/yr Rate: 0.63%
Douglas County
Tax: $2,079/yr Rate: 0.79%
Jenkins County
Tax: $777/yr Rate: 0.96%
Ware County
Tax: $1,077/yr Rate: 1.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,268 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $115,600.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 34% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.10% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,666 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $861. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $44,009. 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.