31826 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 31826 (Shiloh, Georgia) pay a median of $1,774/year in property taxes on homes valued at $167,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.06%, which is 21% above the Georgia state average of 0.87%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 31826 is approximately $148, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Harris County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Georgia, 31826 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 31092 (1.06%) and 30439 (1.06%).

In Shiloh, property taxes represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $82,617, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Georgia's basic homestead exemption provides a $2,000 assessed-value reduction for owner-occupants with permanent protection against reassessment. Harris County Assessor handles homestead applications — file by April 1 of the year following your purchase to activate the exemption and check for additional county-level exemptions that may apply to your income or age. Contact the Harris County Assessor's office right after closing to obtain the application and confirm local filing requirements.