Wilkinson County Property Taxes

Wilkinson County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

47.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$67/mo escrow

#73 of 159 counties in Georgia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.88%

vs. Georgia Avg47.6% below
vs. National Avg70.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$90,800

State avg $180,827

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$884

$74/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$775

$65/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#73

of 159 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Wilkinson County, Georgia

Wilkinson taxes slightly above national norm

Wilkinson County's effective tax rate of 0.882% sits just below the national median effective rate, placing it near the American average. The median tax of $801 runs 70% below the national median, reflecting the county's modest property values.

Wilkinson mirrors Georgia's average rate

At 0.882%, Wilkinson County's effective tax rate nearly matches Georgia's state average of 0.898%, placing it squarely in the middle of all state counties. This makes Wilkinson fairly typical for the state.

Wilkinson moderate compared to region

Wilkinson's 0.882% rate falls between the region's high-tax and low-tax extremes, exceeding White (0.661%), Wheeler (0.753%), and Whitfield (0.673%) but trailing higher-burden counties like Wilcox (1.058%), Worth (1.086%), and Wilkes (1.137%). This positions Wilkinson as mid-range regionally.

Wilkinson's typical property tax bill

On the median home value of $90,800, Wilkinson County residents pay approximately $801 annually—roughly $67 per month. Mortgage holders typically see $884 due to escrow additions.

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Even in an average-tax county like Wilkinson, overassessments are common and easily correctable through a free appeal process. Checking your valuation could unlock meaningful savings on your tax bill.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Wilkinson 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.

Wilkinson County has an effective property tax rate of 0.88%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $801. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Wilkinson County's current rate, or contact the Wilkinson County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Wilkinson County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Wilkinson County$801
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Wilkinson County

0.88%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Wilkinson County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Wilkinson County, Georgia is 0.88%. 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 Wilkinson 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. Wilkinson County has an effective property tax rate of 0.88%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $801. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Wilkinson County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Wilkinson County?
The median annual property tax payment in Wilkinson County is $801. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $884, while those without a mortgage pay $775.
How does Wilkinson County compare to the Georgia average?
Wilkinson County's effective tax rate of 0.88% is higher than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Wilkinson County is $801, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Wilkinson County, Georgia?
The median home value in Wilkinson County, Georgia is $90,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Wilkinson County property tax rate higher than the Georgia average?
Wilkinson County's effective property tax rate of 0.88% is higher than the Georgia average of 0.85%. This difference of 0.04% 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 Wilkinson County rank for property taxes in Georgia?
Wilkinson County ranks #73 out of 159 counties in Georgia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.88% and median annual tax of $801, 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.