Average Tax Assessment in Jenkins County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Jenkins County, Georgia
Jenkins County has a total of 3,195 properties with a cumulative value of $318.0M. This accounts for 0.04% of all real estate value in Georgia. Property taxes in Jenkins County totaled $3.2M, with an average of $1,015 paid per homeowner, which is significantly lower than the state average of $2,360. The average property tax rate in Jenkins County is 1.02%, slightly higher than the state average of 1.00%. Properties are typically valued for tax purposes based on their fair 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 | |
|---|---|
| Jenkins Assessor | (478) 982-4939 |
| 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 Jenkins County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Jenkins County
Jenkins County has an average property tax rate of 1.02%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.06%. This rate is applied to all properties in the county, regardless of location. However, the effective property tax rate can vary significantly across the cities in Jenkins County. For example, the city of Millen has the highest effective property tax rate of 1.03%, while other cities such as Millen have the lowest effective property tax rate of 1.03%. This means that property owners in Millen will pay slightly more in property taxes than those in other cities in Jenkins County.
Overall, Jenkins County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state. This makes it an attractive option for those looking to purchase property in the area. However, it is important to note that the effective property tax rate can vary significantly across the cities in Jenkins County, so it is important to research the rates in each city before making a purchase.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Jenkins 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millen | $13,162 | $27,123 | $52,800 | $104,430 | $200,412 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Jenkins County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millen | $145 | $295 | $578 | $1,124 | $2,030 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millen | 1.10% | 1.09% | 1.09% | 1.08% | 1.01% |
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Real Estate Values in Jenkins County
Home prices in Jenkins County, Georgia have remained relatively stable from October 2022 to October 2023, with no change in median home price. However, the home inventory in Jenkins County has increased from 8 in October 2022 to 13 in October 2023, indicating that there is an increased availability of homes in the area. This could indicate that the housing market in Jenkins County is becoming more competitive, which could lead to an increase in home prices in the future.
Average Home Value in Jenkins County, Georgia
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Jenkins County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Jenkins County
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Mortgage Rates in Jenkins County
Jenkins County has a total of $17.5 million in outstanding home mortgage loans, representing 179 loans in total. This amount is equivalent to approximately 3.4% of the total home value in the county. The median mortgage rate in Jenkins County is 4.03%, with Millen having the highest and lowest median mortgage rate. This rate is slightly higher than the national average of 3.9%. However, there is still significant variation in mortgage rates across the county, with some areas having rates as low as 3.5% and others as high as 4.5%. This variation in rates can be attributed to the different economic conditions of each area, as well as the different types of mortgages available.
Overall, Jenkins County has a relatively low amount of outstanding home mortgage loans, and the median mortgage rate is slightly higher than the national average. However, there is still significant variation in mortgage rates across the county, which can be attributed to the different economic conditions of each area.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Jenkins County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millen | $10,824 | $39,369 | $77,633 | $125,365 | $208,889 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Jenkins County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millen | 2.90% | 3.47% | 4.03% | 4.80% | 6.19% |
Housing Expenses in Jenkins County, Georgia
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