Telfair County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Telfair County, Georgia
Median Telfair County effective property tax rate: 1.19%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Telfair County home value: $77,490
Median annual Telfair County tax bill: $1,004, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Telfair County calculated?
Property taxes in Telfair 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 Telfair County or another part of Telfair County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Telfair County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
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How Does the Telfair County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Telfair County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Telfair County's median effective tax rate of 1.19% to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the appraisal district assigns for tax purposes, which is typically lower than market value after applicable exemptions. Our calculator uses the median effective rate for a more accurate estimate than the statutory millage rate alone.
Your actual bill may vary based on your specific exemptions, local school district levies, and any special assessment districts that apply to your property. Telfair County's median tax rate is higher than Georgia's 1.00% median, while the median tax bill of $1,004 is $1,396 lower than the national median bill of $2,400.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Telfair County.
Property Tax Rates Across Telfair County, Georgia
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Telfair County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Telfair County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.
Below, compare Telfair County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Georgia or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Telfair County's median effective rate stands at 1.19%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within Telfair County, the highest rate is found in MC RAE HELENA at 1.42%, while RHINE has the lowest at 1.12%.
These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, Community Improvement Districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.
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 Telfair County Tax Rate
1.19%
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
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Telfair County, Georgia
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 0.74% | 0.94% | 1.15% | 1.19% | 1.19% |
| Lumber City | 0.91% | 1.15% | 1.35% | 1.59% | 1.59% |
| Mc Rae Helena | 0.99% | 1.17% | 1.42% | 1.61% | 1.61% |
| Milan | 0.73% | 0.95% | 1.15% | 1.19% | 1.19% |
| Rhine | 0.76% | 0.93% | 1.12% | 1.19% | 1.19% |
| Scotland | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Telfair County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Telfair 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 Telfair 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 Telfair 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. The median tax bill in Telfair County is $1,004, below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Tax bills range significantly across the county, with Rhine at $1,602 and Lumber City at $895. The median home price is $77,490, and Rhine has the highest median home price at $153,512.
Median Telfair County Market Value
$77,490
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Telfair County, Georgia
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | $15,555 | $41,786 | $81,852 | $150,364 | $260,224 |
| Lumber City | $13,069 | $32,027 | $68,980 | $117,353 | $215,649 |
| Mc Rae Helena | $20,222 | $38,087 | $73,454 | $142,902 | $240,717 |
| Milan | $18,963 | $52,537 | $107,851 | $197,858 | $329,086 |
| Rhine | $43,024 | $82,628 | $153,512 | $236,111 | $350,352 |
| Scotland | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Telfair County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Telfair County are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local tax rates are applied to that assessed value to determine the final bill, so a higher assessment usually means a higher tax bill. For homeowners, this means the amount owed can change when property values or local rates change.
The county’s median home price is $77,490, which helps show how property taxes are tied to relatively modest home values. Tax bills vary across the county, with the 25th percentile at $490 and the 75th percentile at $1,865. At the higher end, the 90th percentile reaches $2,919, while the highest median tax bill reported is $1,602 in Rhine and the lowest is $895 in Lumber City. Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400, many Telfair County homeowners pay less, though individual bills still depend on assessed value and local taxing authorities.
Median Telfair County Tax Bill
$1,004
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Telfair County, Georgia
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | $168 | $449 | $924 | $1,663 | $2,609 |
| Lumber City | $165 | $407 | $895 | $1,539 | $2,540 |
| Mc Rae Helena | $268 | $496 | $1,007 | $1,936 | $2,973 |
| Milan | $210 | $563 | $1,133 | $1,981 | $2,924 |
| Rhine | $437 | $898 | $1,602 | $2,582 | $3,395 |
| Scotland | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
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| Telfair Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |