Average Tax Assessment in Atkinson County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Atkinson County, Georgia
Atkinson County has a total of 2,600 properties with a cumulative value of $179.0M. This represents 0.02% of all real estate value in Georgia. Property taxes in Atkinson County totaled $2.5M, with an average homeowner paying $954 in property taxes, which is significantly lower than the state average of $2,360. The average property tax rate in Atkinson County is 1.39%, while the state average is 1.00%. Property taxes are based on the assessed value of the property, which is typically lower than the market value.
The property tax timeline in Georgia begins on January 1st, when the property values are assessed. Property value notices are then issued between April and July, and property owners have 30 to 45 days after the notices are mailed to file an appeal. Finally, property tax bills are issued on September 1st.
Updated November 01, 2023
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Atkinson Assessor | (912) 422-7382 |
| Atkinson Tax Collector | (603) 362-5357 |
| Atkinson Assessor | (207) 564-7273 |
| Atkinson Tax Commissioner | (912) 422-7381 |
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Property Valuation Date: | January 1st |
| Property Value Notices Issued: | April - July |
| Property Tax Appeal Deadline: | 30 to 45 days after notices mailed |
| Property Tax Bills Issued: | September 1st |
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (1st of #): | May - December, Varies by jurisdiction, Fulton County - October 15th |
| Available Exemptions | |
|---|---|
| Senior | Available |
| Disabled | Available |
| Homestead | Available |
| Veteran | Available |
| Solar/Wind | Not Available |
| Charitable | Available |
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Real Estate Statistics in Atkinson County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Atkinson County
Atkinson County has an average property tax rate of 1.39%, which is slightly lower than the average rate in the state of Georgia. This rate is applied to all properties in the county, regardless of their location. However, there is some variation in the effective property tax rate across the cities in Atkinson County. The city of Willacoochee has the highest effective property tax rate at 1.47%, while the city of Axson has the lowest effective property tax rate at 1.29%. This means that property owners in Willacoochee will pay more in property taxes than those in Axson. Overall, Atkinson County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in Georgia, making it an attractive option for those looking to purchase property in the area.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Atkinson County. The tax assessment value may differ from the potential sale value, and is used to calculate the property tax for each piece of real estate.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axson | $12,019 | $25,009 | $48,489 | $99,615 | $169,587 |
| Pearson | $7,280 | $17,314 | $39,940 | $87,696 | $151,404 |
| Willacoochee | $7,556 | $18,542 | $36,984 | $79,900 | $155,915 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Atkinson County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axson | $156 | $323 | $627 | $1,288 | $2,193 |
| Pearson | $104 | $265 | $600 | $1,188 | $2,028 |
| Willacoochee | $133 | $302 | $621 | $1,277 | $2,101 |
Effective Property Tax Rate
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the property tax bill by the assessed value. For the percentiles below, the calculation is performed using the percentiles for property tax bill and assessed value above. Therefore, each consecutive percentile doesn't necessarily show a larger value.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axson | 1.30% | 1.29% | 1.29% | 1.29% | 1.29% |
| Pearson | 1.43% | 1.53% | 1.50% | 1.35% | 1.34% |
| Willacoochee | 1.76% | 1.63% | 1.68% | 1.60% | 1.35% |
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Real Estate Values in Atkinson County
The median home price in Atkinson County has remained unchanged from October 2023 to the present. The home inventory in the county is currently at 1, indicating that there is a limited supply of homes available for purchase. This could indicate that the market is relatively stable, with prices remaining consistent.
Average Home Value in Atkinson County, Georgia
Last updated: November 2023
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Atkinson County
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Mortgage Rates in Atkinson County
Atkinson County has a total of $17.6M in outstanding home mortgage loans. This represents 166 loans, or an average of $106,000 per loan. The median mortgage rate in Atkinson County is 4.09%, which is slightly lower than the national average of 4.14%. However, there is a significant variation in mortgage rates across the county, with the highest median rate being 4.23% in Willacoochee and the lowest being 3.84% in Pearson.
Overall, the total outstanding loan amount in Atkinson County is relatively low compared to the total value of homes in the county. This indicates that homeowners in the county are taking out smaller loans than the national average, and that they are taking advantage of the lower mortgage rates available in the area. This is likely due to the fact that Atkinson County is a relatively rural area, and the cost of living is lower than in other parts of the state.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Atkinson County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axson | $3,845 | $9,743 | $46,271 | $132,325 | $252,923 |
| Pearson | $10,861 | $29,213 | $60,634 | $88,276 | $175,764 |
| Willacoochee | $17,820 | $30,753 | $58,851 | $90,831 | $243,744 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Atkinson County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axson | 3.00% | 3.55% | 4.22% | 5.29% | 6.11% |
| Pearson | 2.90% | 3.42% | 3.84% | 4.46% | 6.03% |
| Willacoochee | 2.90% | 3.29% | 4.23% | 5.09% | 6.27% |
Housing Expenses in Atkinson County, Georgia
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