31061 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 31061 (Milledgeville, Georgia) pay a median of $1,252/year in property taxes on homes valued at $167,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.75%, which is 14% below the Georgia state average of 0.87%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 31061 is approximately $104, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Baldwin County. This is $592 less than the Georgia average of $1,844/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Georgia, 31061 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 31022 (0.75%) and 30725 (0.75%).

In Milledgeville, property taxes represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $55,371, 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; Baldwin County may provide additional exemptions for seniors, disabled owners, or veterans — contact the Baldwin County Assessor's office to identify all programs available to you. File your homestead exemption claim by April 1 with the Baldwin County Assessor to ensure you receive all applicable tax benefits.