39861 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 39861 (Jakin, Georgia) pay a median of $964/year in property taxes on homes valued at $159,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.60%, which is 31% below the Georgia state average of 0.87%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 39861 is approximately $80, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Early County. This is $880 less than the Georgia average of $1,844/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Georgia, 39861 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 30473 (0.60%) and 30738 (0.60%).

In Jakin, property taxes represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $41,250, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Georgia's basic homestead exemption exempts $2,000 of assessed value from taxes permanently for owner-occupants. Early County Assessor processes homestead applications — submit yours by April 1 following purchase to activate the exemption and check for additional county relief programs for seniors, disabled homeowners, or veterans. Request your homestead application from the Early County Assessor immediately after closing to ensure timely filing.