Average Tax Assessment in Telfair County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Telfair County, Georgia
Telfair County has a total of 4,233 properties with a cumulative value of $333.6M, representing 0.04% of all real estate value in Georgia. The total amount of property taxes collected in Telfair County is $4.5M, with an average property tax rate of 1.34%, which is higher than the state average of 1.00%. The average homeowner in Telfair County pays $1,370 in property taxes, which is lower than the state average of $2,360. Property taxes are typically based on the assessed value of the property.
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 | |
|---|---|
| Telfair Assessor | (229) 868-2896 |
| Telfair Clerk of Court | (229) 868-6525 |
| 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 Telfair County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Telfair County
Telfair County has an average property tax rate of 1.34%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.41%. This rate is applied to all properties in the county, regardless of their location. However, the effective property tax rate can vary significantly across the cities in Telfair County. For example, Mc Rae Helena has the highest effective property tax rate of 1.4%, while Jacksonville has the lowest effective property tax rate of 1.21%. This means that property owners in Mc Rae Helena will pay more in property taxes than those in Jacksonville. Overall, Telfair County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state, making it an attractive option for potential homeowners.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Telfair 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | $9,410 | $25,165 | $57,228 | $109,017 | $231,149 |
| Lumber City | $5,732 | $14,233 | $38,922 | $77,851 | $144,414 |
| Mc Rae Helena | $10,328 | $21,616 | $45,937 | $93,174 | $164,731 |
| Milan | $9,027 | $25,526 | $62,880 | $134,504 | $230,313 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Telfair County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | $272 | $538 | $989 | $1,798 | $3,780 |
| Lumber City | $271 | $527 | $889 | $1,465 | $2,498 |
| Mc Rae Helena | $290 | $525 | $918 | $1,682 | $2,673 |
| Milan | $346 | $690 | $1,212 | $1,994 | $3,411 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 2.89% | 2.14% | 1.73% | 1.65% | 1.64% |
| Lumber City | 4.73% | 3.70% | 2.28% | 1.88% | 1.73% |
| Mc Rae Helena | 2.81% | 2.43% | 2.00% | 1.81% | 1.62% |
| Milan | 3.83% | 2.70% | 1.93% | 1.48% | 1.48% |
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Real Estate Values in Telfair County
Home prices in Telfair County, Georgia have remained relatively stable from October 2022 to October 2023, as there has been no change in median home price. However, there has been an increase in home inventory, with 24 homes available in October 2023 compared to 19 in October 2022. This suggests that the housing market in Telfair County is becoming more competitive, as more buyers are entering the market.
Average Home Value in Telfair County, Georgia
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Telfair County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Telfair County
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Mortgage Rates in Telfair County
Telfair County has a total of $21.2M in outstanding home mortgage loans. This represents 229 loans, or approximately 4.3% of the total home value in the county. The median mortgage rate in Telfair County varies significantly across cities, with Jacksonville having the highest rate of 4.17% and Milan having the lowest rate of 3.83%. This variation in rates can be attributed to the different economic conditions in each city, as well as the availability of lenders in the area.
Overall, Telfair County has a significant amount of outstanding home mortgage loans, and the median mortgage rate varies significantly across cities. This variation in rates can be used to the advantage of borrowers, as they can shop around for the best rate available in their area.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Telfair County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | $30,526 | $37,165 | $46,603 | $65,798 | $118,309 |
| Lumber City | $9,740 | $20,170 | $51,065 | $85,898 | $203,446 |
| Mc Rae Helena | $14,559 | $42,578 | $72,161 | $127,377 | $185,383 |
| Milan | $41,579 | $48,023 | $107,200 | $127,245 | $168,091 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Telfair County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 2.80% | 3.55% | 4.17% | 6.21% | 6.54% |
| Lumber City | 2.82% | 3.10% | 4.10% | 5.09% | 5.97% |
| Mc Rae Helena | 2.90% | 3.45% | 3.91% | 4.60% | 6.11% |
| Milan | 2.80% | 3.41% | 3.83% | 4.50% | 6.22% |
Housing Expenses in Telfair County, Georgia
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