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Oconee County

Oconee County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.72%

Median Annual Tax

$3,056

How Oconee County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Oconee County$3,056
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Oconee County

0.72%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,118

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,924

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$3,056

Monthly Escrow

$255

Effective Rate

0.72%

vs. Georgia State Average▲ 99.9% above
vs. National Average▲ 13.6% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Oconee County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Oconee County, Georgia is 0.72%. 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 Oconee County?
The median annual property tax payment in Oconee County is $3,056. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,118, while those without a mortgage pay $2,924.
How does Oconee County compare to the Georgia average?
Oconee County's effective tax rate of 0.72% is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Oconee County is $3,056, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Oconee County, Georgia?
The median home value in Oconee County, Georgia is $425,100, 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

Rockdale County(GA)

Rate0.72%
Median Tax$1,843

Putnam County(GA)

Rate0.72%
Median Tax$1,604

Bartow County(GA)

Rate0.72%
Median Tax$1,901

Gordon County(GA)

Rate0.71%
Median Tax$1,450
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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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