Property Tax in Dawson County
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Dawson taxes beat national median slightly
Dawson County's 0.632% effective rate runs below the national median of 0.89%, placing it in the bottom 20% of U.S. counties for tax burden. Despite higher home values here ($351,900 median), the median tax bill of $2,224 remains competitive nationally.
Second-lowest tax rate in Georgia
At 0.632%, Dawson ranks second-lowest among Georgia's 159 counties, just 0.008 percentage points above Dade. The county's rate sits nearly 0.27 percentage points below Georgia's 0.898% state average.
Dawson offers competitive regional rates
Neighboring Dade County matches Dawson's low-tax appeal at 0.624%, while Douglas County to the south charges 0.793%. Dawson's strength lies in combining low rates with significantly higher home values, attracting upscale buyers seeking tax efficiency.
Your annual Dawson property tax bill
On Dawson's median home value of $351,900, the typical homeowner pays $2,224 annually. With a mortgage, that rises to $2,489; without one, it drops to $1,621.
Appeal your Dawson property assessment
Even low-tax counties see overassessment; many Dawson homeowners pay more than they should. Requesting a reassessment from the county assessor's office could uncover errors and lower your tax obligation.