Whitfield County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 24,548.
The median annual property tax in Whitfield County is $1,339, which is 12% lower than the Georgia state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $198,900. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,339
-12% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$198,900
+10% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
-26% vs State
-29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,588
$132/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,096
$91/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 | $1,339 +4.9% | 0.67% |
| 2022 | $1,276 +9.8% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $1,162 +6.1% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $1,095 +8.0% | 0.77% |
| 2019 | $1,014 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,262
per year
Monthly Tax
$112
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Berrien County
Tax: $1,139/yr Rate: 0.99%
Towns County
Tax: $1,139/yr Rate: 0.37%
Randolph County
Tax: $800/yr Rate: 0.88%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,193/yr Rate: 0.80%
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.91%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,604/yr Rate: 0.72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Whitfield County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Whitfield County is $1,339 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $198,900.
How does Whitfield County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Whitfield County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Whitfield County? ▼
In Whitfield County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,588 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,096. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Whitfield County? ▼
Property taxes in Whitfield County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $64,262. 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.