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Rockdale County

Rockdale County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.72%

Median Annual Tax

$1,843

How Rockdale County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Rockdale County$1,843
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Rockdale County

0.72%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,055

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,372

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,843

Monthly Escrow

$154

Effective Rate

0.72%

vs. Georgia State Average▲ 20.5% above
vs. National Average▼ 31.5% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Rockdale County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Rockdale 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 Rockdale County?
The median annual property tax payment in Rockdale County is $1,843. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,055, while those without a mortgage pay $1,372.
How does Rockdale County compare to the Georgia average?
Rockdale County's effective tax rate of 0.72% is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Rockdale County is $1,843, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Rockdale County, Georgia?
The median home value in Rockdale County, Georgia is $256,600, 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.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Oconee County(GA)

Rate0.72%
Median Tax$3,056

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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