Toombs County Property Taxes

Toombs County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

20% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$102/mo escrow

#106 of 159 counties in Georgia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.96%

vs. Georgia Avg20% below
vs. National Avg54.5% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$127,100

State avg $180,827

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,558

$130/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$698

$58/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#106

of 159 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Toombs County, Georgia

Toombs taxes rank well below the nation

Toombs County's 0.962% effective rate is less than half what most Americans pay, making it a tax-friendly destination compared to the national median implied rate. The median property tax of $1,223 is less than half the national median of $2,690, even accounting for Toombs' lower home values. This positions Toombs in the lowest-tax quartile nationally—competitive with the most affordable counties across America.

Toombs ranks among Georgia's higher-tax counties

At 0.962%, Toombs County sits above Georgia's state average of 0.898%, placing it in the upper-middle tier statewide. Despite collecting less total tax revenue per home than many Georgia counties, Toombs' rate is one of the state's highest when calculated as a percentage of home value. Among Georgia's 159 counties, Toombs falls in roughly the top 40% in terms of effective rate.

Toombs edges higher than most nearby counties

Toombs' 0.962% rate exceeds neighboring Tift County (0.936%) and Treutlen County (0.955%) by a small margin, suggesting slightly more aggressive tax collection. Home values in Toombs are lower at $127,100 versus Tift's $143,100, which partially offsets the higher rate when calculating actual tax bills. The regional pattern shows Toombs among the more aggressive taxers in South Georgia, though still well below the state's highest-rate counties.

What you'll pay on a typical Toombs home

A median-valued Toombs home of $127,100 carries an annual property tax of approximately $1,223 without mortgage deductions, or $1,558 with itemized deductions claimed. That's roughly $102 per month in property taxes, among the lowest in the nation despite Toombs' comparatively higher state ranking. For mortgaged properties, this amount flows through your escrow account alongside insurance and principal payments.

File an appeal if your assessment seems high

Many Toombs County property owners pay taxes on assessments that exceed actual market value, particularly in declining rural markets where appraisals lag behind reality. Georgia law allows you to challenge your county assessment within 45 days of receiving your notice—a free process often resulting in 10-15% reductions. If your home hasn't sold recently or property values have softened, a reassessment appeal could lower your Toombs County tax bill meaningfully.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Toombs 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.

Toombs County has an effective property tax rate of 0.96%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $1,223. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Toombs County's current rate, or contact the Toombs County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Toombs County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Toombs County$1,223
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Toombs County

0.96%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Toombs County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Toombs County, Georgia is 0.96%. 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 Toombs 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. Toombs County has an effective property tax rate of 0.96%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $1,223. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Toombs County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Toombs County?
The median annual property tax payment in Toombs County is $1,223. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,558, while those without a mortgage pay $698.
How does Toombs County compare to the Georgia average?
Toombs County's effective tax rate of 0.96% is higher than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Toombs County is $1,223, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Toombs County, Georgia?
The median home value in Toombs County, Georgia is $127,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Toombs County property tax rate higher than the Georgia average?
Toombs County's effective property tax rate of 0.96% is higher than the Georgia average of 0.85%. This difference of 0.12% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Toombs County rank for property taxes in Georgia?
Toombs County ranks #106 out of 159 counties in Georgia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.96% and median annual tax of $1,223, 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.