31031 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 31031 (Gordon, Georgia) pay a median of $1,098/year in property taxes on homes valued at $121,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.91%, which is 4% above the Georgia state average of 0.87%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 31031 is approximately $92, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Wilkinson County. This is $746 less than the Georgia average of $1,844/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Georgia, 31031 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 31909 (0.91%) and 30093 (0.91%).

In Gordon, property taxes represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $54,472, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Georgia reassesses properties at market value upon sale, with no cap on the increase from the prior owner's assessed value. All Georgia homeowners receive a $2,000 Basic Homestead Exemption off assessed value, automatically applied if you own and occupy the property as your primary residence — contact the Wilkinson County Assessor's office to verify it appears on your tax bill. File any exemption claims by April 1 each year with the Wilkinson County Assessor to ensure you receive the full exemption benefit.