Homeowners in Jefferson, Georgia paid a median $3,491 a year in property tax on a median home worth $377,300, an effective rate of about 0.93% (Census 2020–2024).
0.87%Jackson County overall
Jefferson vs county, state and US
Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Jefferson
At the local 0.93% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $1,388 | $116 |
| $250,000 | $2,313 | $193 |
| $350,000 | $3,238 | $270 |
| $500,000 | $4,626 | $386 |
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Major Cities & Counties in Georgia
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Atlanta pop. 505,268
- Columbus pop. 203,711
- Augusta-Richmond County pop. 201,528
- Macon-Bibb County pop. 156,578
- Savannah pop. 147,898
- Athens-Clarke County pop. 127,345
- South Fulton pop. 110,471
- Sandy Springs pop. 107,087
- Roswell pop. 92,621
- Warner Robins pop. 82,990
- Fulton County pop. 1,076,561
- Gwinnett County pop. 979,864
- Cobb County pop. 775,208
- DeKalb County pop. 765,351
- Chatham County pop. 300,879
- Clayton County pop. 298,924
- Cherokee County pop. 281,032
- Forsyth County pop. 267,287
- Henry County pop. 249,960
- Hall County pop. 212,705
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Jefferson, Georgia?
Homeowners in Jefferson, Georgia paid a median $3,491 a year in property tax on a median home worth $377,300, an effective rate of about 0.93% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Jefferson?
About $2,313 a year at the 0.93% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Jefferson higher than the rest of Georgia?
Jefferson ranks #167 lowest of 257 Georgia places we track. The statewide effective rate is 0.77%. Jackson County overall is 0.87%.