Lowndes County Property Taxes

Lowndes County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

7.5% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$137/mo escrow

#57 of 159 counties in Georgia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.83%

vs. Georgia Avg7.5% above
vs. National Avg38.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$197,900

State avg $180,827

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,791

$149/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,409

$117/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#57

of 159 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lowndes County, Georgia

Lowndes County taxes below both benchmarks

Lowndes County's effective tax rate of 0.830% sits comfortably below Georgia's state average of 0.898% and well under the national norm. Homeowners pay a median of $1,643 annually—roughly 39% less than the national median of $2,690—despite median home values of $197,900.

Tax-friendly spot in Georgia

Lowndes County ranks in the lower half of Georgia's 159 counties for effective tax rates, collecting just $1,643 on a median home—well below the state median of $1,529. It's among the state's more affordable tax environments.

Lower taxes than most nearby counties

Lowndes County's 0.830% effective rate undercuts Liberty County (1.053%), Long County (0.997%), and Lincoln County (0.883%), but slightly edges out Marion County (0.704%). On a typical $200,000 home, Lowndes residents save $30–$90 annually versus neighbors to the north.

Expect roughly $1,643 per year

With a median home value of $197,900 and an effective rate of 0.830%, Lowndes County homeowners pay approximately $1,643 in annual property taxes. Including mortgage-related fees bumps this to $1,791; paying in full without financing brings it down to $1,409.

Even low-tax counties have overpayments

Studies show roughly 20% of properties across all counties—including low-tax ones—carry assessments above fair market value. Lowndes County homeowners should compare their assessed value to recent comparable sales and appeal if they believe they're paying too much.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Lowndes County

In Georgia, property taxes are expressed as a millage rate (also called a mill rate). One mill equals $1 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed property value. Your total property tax bill is determined by adding together the millage rates set by the county, city or municipality, school district, and any special districts.

In Georgia, property is assessed at 40% of fair market value. The millage rate is applied to this assessed value, so a home worth $300,000 has an assessed value of $120,000 for tax purposes. Georgia counties, cities, and school districts each set their own millage rates.

Lowndes County has an effective property tax rate of 0.83%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $1,643. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Lowndes County's current rate, or contact the Lowndes County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Lowndes County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lowndes County$1,643
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Lowndes County

0.83%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lowndes County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Lowndes County, Georgia is 0.83%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
What is the millage rate in Lowndes County, Georgia?
The millage rate (also called mill rate) is the property tax rate expressed as dollars per $1,000 of assessed property value. In Georgia, property taxes are calculated by multiplying your assessed property value by the total millage rate, which includes levies from the county, city, school district, and special districts. Lowndes County has an effective property tax rate of 0.83%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $1,643. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Lowndes County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Lowndes County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lowndes County is $1,643. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,791, while those without a mortgage pay $1,409.
How does Lowndes County compare to the Georgia average?
Lowndes County's effective tax rate of 0.83% is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Lowndes County is $1,643, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Lowndes County, Georgia?
The median home value in Lowndes County, Georgia is $197,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lowndes County a low property tax area in Georgia?
Yes — Lowndes County's effective property tax rate of 0.83% is below the Georgia average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax of $1,643 is also comparable to the state average of $1,529, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lowndes County rank for property taxes in Georgia?
Lowndes County ranks #57 out of 159 counties in Georgia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.83% and median annual tax of $1,643, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

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.