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Dougherty County

Dougherty County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

1.39%

Median Annual Tax

$1,800

How Dougherty County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Dougherty County$1,800
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Dougherty County

1.39%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,118

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,452

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,800

Monthly Escrow

$150

Effective Rate

1.39%

vs. Georgia State Average▲ 17.7% above
vs. National Average▼ 33.1% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Dougherty County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Dougherty County, Georgia is 1.39%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Dougherty County?
The median annual property tax payment in Dougherty County is $1,800. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,118, while those without a mortgage pay $1,452.
How does Dougherty County compare to the Georgia average?
Dougherty County's effective tax rate of 1.39% is higher than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Dougherty County is $1,800, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Dougherty County, Georgia?
The median home value in Dougherty County, Georgia is $129,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Georgia?
Property taxes in Georgia are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Clinch County(GA)

Rate1.40%
Median Tax$1,205

Miller County(GA)

Rate1.39%
Median Tax$1,640

Sumter County(GA)

Rate1.32%
Median Tax$1,616

Brooks County(GA)

Rate1.28%
Median Tax$1,513
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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