Walker County Property Taxes

Walker County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

11.5% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$113/mo escrow

#39 of 159 counties in Georgia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.78%

vs. Georgia Avg11.5% below
vs. National Avg49.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$173,900

State avg $180,827

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,520

$127/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,089

$91/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#39

of 159 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Walker County, Georgia

Walker County has exceptionally low tax rates

At 0.778% effective rate, Walker County ranks among the lowest-tax counties in the nation, sitting in the bottom 25% for property tax burden. The median tax of just $1,353 is less than half the national median of $2,690.

Walker ranks among Georgia's most affordable

Walker County's 0.778% rate is notably below Georgia's 0.898% average, making it one of the state's most tax-friendly counties for property owners. At $1,353, the median tax also falls well short of Georgia's $1,529 median.

Walker offers the lowest rates in its region

Walker's 0.778% rate beats all nearby competitors, including Wayne County (0.796%), Upson County (0.886%), and significantly undercuts higher-tax neighbors Ware County (1.011%) and Warren County (1.031%). Walker's advantage is one of the clearest in the region.

Median home tax runs about $1,353 annually

On Walker's median home value of $173,900, your annual property tax runs approximately $1,353. With a mortgage, expect closer to $1,520 once you factor in additional taxes and fees.

Even low-tax counties see overassessment

Walker's competitive tax rate doesn't mean every assessment is correct—overvalued properties still slip through the system. If your home's assessed value doesn't match recent comparable sales in your neighborhood, a formal appeal can provide additional relief.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Walker 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.

Walker County has an effective property tax rate of 0.78%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $1,353. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Walker County's current rate, or contact the Walker County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Walker County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Walker County$1,353
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Walker County

0.78%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Walker County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Walker County, Georgia is 0.78%. 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 Walker 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. Walker County has an effective property tax rate of 0.78%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $1,353. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Walker County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Walker County?
The median annual property tax payment in Walker County is $1,353. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,520, while those without a mortgage pay $1,089.
How does Walker County compare to the Georgia average?
Walker County's effective tax rate of 0.78% is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Walker County is $1,353, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Walker County, Georgia?
The median home value in Walker County, Georgia is $173,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Walker County a low property tax area in Georgia?
Yes — Walker County's effective property tax rate of 0.78% is below the Georgia average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax of $1,353 is also lower the state average of $1,529, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Walker County rank for property taxes in Georgia?
Walker County ranks #39 out of 159 counties in Georgia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.78% and median annual tax of $1,353, it falls in the lower 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.