Rutledge, Georgia Property Taxes
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Rutledge, Georgia
Rutledge is home to 1,175 properties with a cumulative value of $291.8M, making up 15.45% of the total real estate value in Morgan County. Property taxes in Rutledge totaled $2.6M, with an average homeowner paying $2,250 in taxes, slightly lower than the county average of $2,294. The average property tax rate in Rutledge is 0.91%, slightly higher than the county average of 0.90%. 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 | |
|---|---|
| Morgan Clerk | (304) 258-8547 |
| Morgan Recorder | (970) 542-3521 |
| Morgan Treasurer | (801) 845-4030 |
| Morgan Revenue Commission | (256) 351-4690 |
| 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 Rutledge, Georgia
Residential Property Tax by ZIP code in Rutledge, Georgia
Rutledge, Georgia has an average property tax rate of 0.91%, which is slightly higher than the average rate for Morgan County, which is 0.90%. This rate applies to all properties in Rutledge, regardless of ZIP code. However, the effective property tax rate can vary across ZIP codes in Rutledge due to differences in home values. For example, the ZIP code 30663 has an effective property tax rate of 0.91%, which is higher than the average rate for Rutledge. On the other hand, the ZIP code with the lowest effective property tax rate in Rutledge is yet to be determined.
Overall, Rutledge has a slightly higher property tax rate than the rest of Morgan County, but the effective rate can vary significantly across ZIP codes. This is because the value of homes can vary significantly from one ZIP code to another, and this affects the amount of property taxes that homeowners must pay. Therefore, it is important to research the effective property tax rate for a particular ZIP code before purchasing a home in Rutledge.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each ZIP code in Rutledge, Georgia. 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.
| ZIP Code | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30663 | $71,672 | $113,296 | $197,359 | $300,196 | $422,682 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each ZIP code in Rutledge, Georgia.
| ZIP Code | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30663 | $612 | $1,022 | $1,847 | $2,752 | $3,842 |
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.
| ZIP Code | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30663 | 0.85% | 0.90% | 0.94% | 0.92% | 0.91% |
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Real Estate Values in Rutledge, Georgia
Average Home Value in Rutledge, Georgia
Last updated: November 2023
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Housing Expenses in Rutledge, Georgia
Housing expenses are a major part of the average household budget in the state. In fact, housing expenses account for nearly one-third of total expenses for the average household. As inflation continues, housing expenses continue to rise, eating up an ever-increasing portion of the household budget. Property taxes are the second largest component of housing expenses for the average property owner in the state, making up a significant portion of the total housing expenses. As housing expenses continue to rise, it is important for households to budget carefully and plan for the future to ensure they can afford their housing expenses.
Monthly Consumer Expenses for South region
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