Average Tax Assessment in Meriwether County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Meriwether County, Georgia
Meriwether County has 8,385 properties with a cumulative value of $1.1B, representing 0.13% of all real estate value in Georgia. The average property tax rate in Meriwether County is 1.04%, which is slightly higher than the state average of 1.00%. A total of $11.2M was collected in property taxes in Meriwether County across these 8,385 properties, with the average homeowner paying $1,332 in property taxes compared to the state average of $2,360. 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 | |
|---|---|
| Meriwether Assessor | (706) 672-4222 |
| Meriwether Clerk of Court | (706) 672-4416 |
| 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 Meriwether County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Meriwether County
Meriwether County has an average property tax rate of 1.04%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.06%. This rate is applied to all properties in the county, regardless of their location. However, the effective property tax rate can vary significantly from city to city. For example, the city of Luthersville has an effective property tax rate of 1.14%, which is higher than the county average, while the city of Hogansville has an effective property tax rate of 0.97%, which is lower than the county average. This means that property owners in Luthersville will pay more in property taxes than those in Hogansville.
Overall, Meriwether County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state. However, the effective property tax rate can vary significantly from city to city, so it is important for property owners to be aware of the rate in their city before making any decisions about their property taxes.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Meriwether 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gay | $46,800 | $73,850 | $114,700 | $173,325 | $292,560 |
| Grantville | $37,580 | $66,600 | $119,350 | $159,915 | $224,220 |
| Greenville | $27,714 | $48,000 | $86,420 | $147,405 | $267,436 |
| Hogansville | $48,615 | $82,338 | $121,850 | $220,408 | $399,867 |
| Luthersville | $42,445 | $68,745 | $112,800 | $155,900 | $226,850 |
| Manchester | $19,108 | $31,100 | $54,400 | $96,600 | $150,228 |
| Warm Springs | $25,520 | $45,545 | $90,000 | $154,460 | $241,216 |
| Woodbury | $25,291 | $41,925 | $76,755 | $140,490 | $252,740 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Meriwether County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gay | $495 | $784 | $1,351 | $1,917 | $3,156 |
| Grantville | $344 | $716 | $1,342 | $1,948 | $2,676 |
| Greenville | $296 | $542 | $955 | $1,635 | $2,560 |
| Hogansville | $509 | $867 | $1,499 | $2,332 | $3,322 |
| Luthersville | $475 | $773 | $1,306 | $1,850 | $2,506 |
| Manchester | $187 | $329 | $590 | $1,061 | $1,739 |
| Warm Springs | $250 | $525 | $1,034 | $1,749 | $2,667 |
| Woodbury | $257 | $446 | $832 | $1,511 | $2,544 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gay | 1.06% | 1.06% | 1.18% | 1.11% | 1.08% |
| Grantville | 0.92% | 1.08% | 1.12% | 1.22% | 1.19% |
| Greenville | 1.07% | 1.13% | 1.11% | 1.11% | 0.96% |
| Hogansville | 1.05% | 1.05% | 1.23% | 1.06% | 0.83% |
| Luthersville | 1.12% | 1.12% | 1.16% | 1.19% | 1.10% |
| Manchester | 0.98% | 1.06% | 1.08% | 1.10% | 1.16% |
| Warm Springs | 0.98% | 1.15% | 1.15% | 1.13% | 1.11% |
| Woodbury | 1.02% | 1.06% | 1.08% | 1.08% | 1.01% |
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Real Estate Values in Meriwether County
The data from Redfin shows that home prices in Meriwether County, Georgia have increased by 19.43% from October 2022 to October 2023. This is a significant increase in home prices in the area, indicating a strong housing market. At the same time, the home inventory in Meriwether County has decreased from 67 in October 2022 to 58 in October 2023, suggesting that demand for housing is outpacing the supply. This could be driving up home prices in the area.
Average Home Value in Meriwether County, Georgia
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Meriwether County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Meriwether County
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Mortgage Rates in Meriwether County
Meriwether County has a total of $258.2M in outstanding home mortgage loans, representing 1.6K loans. This represents a significant portion of the total home value in the county, with the average loan amount being approximately $160K. The median mortgage rate in Meriwether County varies across cities, with the highest rate being 4.3% in Luthersville and the lowest rate being 4.3% in Warm Springs. This variation in rates across cities can be attributed to the different economic and housing market conditions in each city. For example, cities with higher home values may have higher mortgage rates due to the increased risk associated with lending in those areas. On the other hand, cities with lower home values may have lower mortgage rates due to the decreased risk associated with lending in those areas. Overall, Meriwether County has a wide range of mortgage rates, allowing potential homeowners to find the best rate for their situation.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Meriwether County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gay | $55,710 | $72,902 | $107,471 | $168,258 | $221,679 |
| Grantville | $51,759 | $86,266 | $133,968 | $181,689 | $237,037 |
| Greenville | $39,722 | $58,976 | $94,104 | $146,758 | $222,750 |
| Hogansville | $53,525 | $72,645 | $106,515 | $139,022 | $220,030 |
| Luthersville | $46,929 | $72,708 | $105,387 | $157,130 | $200,641 |
| Manchester | $26,527 | $47,811 | $75,992 | $120,644 | $171,053 |
| Warm Springs | $38,445 | $62,242 | $94,488 | $122,990 | $229,356 |
| Woodbury | $37,256 | $60,851 | $98,410 | $159,730 | $238,070 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Meriwether County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gay | 3.00% | 3.60% | 4.25% | 4.75% | 6.02% |
| Grantville | 3.00% | 3.45% | 4.00% | 5.09% | 6.14% |
| Greenville | 2.98% | 3.58% | 4.16% | 4.87% | 6.06% |
| Hogansville | 2.95% | 3.55% | 3.92% | 4.80% | 5.56% |
| Luthersville | 3.00% | 3.63% | 4.30% | 5.50% | 6.19% |
| Manchester | 2.81% | 3.29% | 3.92% | 4.53% | 5.83% |
| Warm Springs | 2.93% | 3.79% | 4.30% | 5.12% | 6.09% |
| Woodbury | 2.80% | 3.34% | 3.97% | 4.50% | 5.84% |
Housing Expenses in Meriwether County, Georgia
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