Springfield, Effingham County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Springfield, Georgia
Median Springfield, Georgia effective property tax rate: 1.22%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Springfield, Georgia home value: $233,857
Median annual Springfield, Georgia tax bill: $2,619, $219 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Effingham calculated?
Property taxes in Springfield, Georgia 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 Springfield's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Springfield, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Springfield, Effingham County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,853
$2,648
How Does the Springfield Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Springfield property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Springfield's median effective tax rate of 1.22% — based on actual property records in Effingham County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Springfield's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Springfield: rates range from 1.22% in 31329 to 1.22% in 31329, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Springfield.
About Springfield Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Springfield, Effingham, Georgia
Springfield’s median effective property tax rate of 1.22% is lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Effingham County base levy combined with local school district levies and Community Improvement Districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Springfield. Homeowners in the 31329 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.22%, while those in the same ZIP also pay $2,619 in median tax bill. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Effingham County. Understanding where you live in Springfield can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Springfield homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before June 1, 2026.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Springfield, Effingham County, Georgia
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Springfield's effective property tax rate to other cities in Georgia and the median property tax rates in Georgia and the U.S.
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 Springfield Tax Rate
1.22%
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 Effingham County Tax Rate
1.03%
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Springfield, Effingham County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31329 | 0.76% | 0.95% | 1.22% | 1.36% | 1.45% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Springfield, Effingham County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Springfield, Georgia, 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 Effingham County appraisal district 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 Effingham County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month when notices are sent.
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 Springfield.
For example, the median home price in Springfield is $233,857, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 31329 has the highest median home price at $233,857.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Springfield, Effingham County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$139,321
$217,758
$296,195
Median Springfield Market Value
$233,857
Median Effingham County Market Value
$272,024
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Springfield, Effingham County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31329 | $105,703 | $169,264 | $233,857 | $301,942 | $386,214 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Springfield, Effingham County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Springfield are calculated from the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Effingham County. When a home’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which affects the final bill. Exemptions and other local factors may also reduce what a homeowner owes.
For Springfield homeowners, the median home price is $233,857, and the median property tax bill is $2,619, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,756, while the 75th percentile is $3,475 and the 90th percentile is $4,150. That means property taxes can vary widely depending on the home’s assessed value and the local tax rate.
Because property taxes are tied to home value, higher assessments can lead to higher annual bills and a bigger impact on household budgets.
Median Springfield Tax Bill
$2,619
Median Effingham County Tax Bill
$2,730
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Springfield, Effingham County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31329 | $1,172 | $1,756 | $2,619 | $3,475 | $4,150 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | July 1 |
Links | |
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| Effingham Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |