31324 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 31324 (Richmond Hill, Georgia) pay a median of $2,923/year in property taxes on homes valued at $364,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.80%, which is 8% below the Georgia state average of 0.87%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 31324 is approximately $244, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Bryan County. This is $1,079 more than the Georgia average of $1,844/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Georgia, 31324 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 31632 (0.80%) and 31807 (0.80%).

In Richmond Hill, property taxes represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $110,767, 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; Bryan County may provide additional exemptions for seniors, disabled residents, or veterans — contact the Bryan County Assessor's office to identify all programs you may qualify for. File your homestead exemption claim by April 1 with the Bryan County Assessor to secure all available tax benefits.