39870 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 39870 (Newton, Georgia) pay a median of $786/year in property taxes on homes valued at $112,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.70%, which is 20% below the Georgia state average of 0.87%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 39870 is approximately $66, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Baker County. This is $1,058 less than the Georgia average of $1,844/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Georgia, 39870 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 30168 (0.70%) and 30349 (0.70%).

In Newton, property taxes represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $46,351, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Georgia reassesses property at fair market value upon sale, with no statewide cap on increases. Baker County offers a $2,000 Basic Homestead Exemption plus potential county/municipal exemptions — file with the Baker County Assessor's office by April 1 of the tax year. Apply for the homestead exemption with the Baker County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to reduce your assessed value.