Charlton County, Georgia Property Taxes
Median Charlton County effective property tax rate: 1.15%, slightly higher than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Charlton County home value: $84,400
Median annual Charlton County tax bill: $828, which is $1,572 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Charlton County calculated?
Property taxes in Charlton County are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding your county's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Whether you live in Folkston or another part of Charlton County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated March 1, 2025
Charlton County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Ownwell’s Charlton County Property Tax Bill Calculator empowers homeowners, real estate investors, and potential buyers to estimate their annual property taxes in Charlton County with just two data points.
By entering your property's estimated assessed value, our calculator applies Charlton County’s median effective tax rate to accurately estimate your property tax bill. Note that your property's assessed value — determined by your county — reflects any exemptions you may have, ensuring a more precise calculation for your property tax obligations.
This insightful tool helps you understand potential tax liabilities and highlights how Ownwell can assist in reducing property taxes in Charlton County.
For those interested in more localized information, please scroll down to explore city-level trends!
Property Tax Rates Across Charlton County, Georgia
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Charlton County Tax Rate
1.15%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.08%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Charlton County, Georgia
City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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Folkston | 0.47% | 0.85% | 1.13% | 1.26% | 1.52% |
Nahunta | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Saint George | 0.40% | 0.76% | 1.19% | 1.35% | 1.58% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Charlton County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Charlton County, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial. The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Charlton County Board of Assessors estimates the market value for tax purposes. The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices: In Charlton County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They’ll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of May. Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Charlton County.
For example, the median tax bill in Charlton County is $903, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Folkston has the highest median home price at $92,308.
Median Charlton County Market Value
$84,400
Median Georgia Market Value
$231,400
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Charlton County, Georgia
City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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Folkston | $20,540 | $38,119 | $92,308 | $176,050 | $259,130 |
Nahunta | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Saint George | $20,120 | $34,928 | $65,885 | $129,062 | $220,380 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Charlton County, Georgia
Median Charlton County Tax Bill
$828
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,212
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Charlton County, Georgia
City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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Folkston | $149 | $370 | $903 | $1,835 | $2,669 |
Nahunta | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Saint George | $150 | $337 | $645 | $1,432 | $2,292 |
Source: Ownwell