Echols County

Echols County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.99%

Median Annual Tax

$1,110

How Echols County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Echols County$1,110

Georgia State Average$1,529

National Average$1,924

Echols County

0.99%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,179

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,074

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$1,110

Monthly Escrow

$93

Effective Rate

0.99%

vs. Georgia State Average▼ 27.4% below

vs. National Average▼ 58.7% below

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Echols County, Georgia?

The effective property tax rate in Echols County, Georgia is 0.99%. 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 Echols County?

The median annual property tax payment in Echols County is $1,110. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,179, while those without a mortgage pay $1,074.

How does Echols County compare to the Georgia average?

Echols County's effective tax rate of 0.99% is higher than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Echols County is $1,110, compared to the state average of $1,529.

What is the median home value in Echols County, Georgia?

The median home value in Echols County, Georgia is $112,600, 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.

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Rate0.99%

Median Tax$988

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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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