Property Tax in Dodge County
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Dodge taxes rank above national median
At 0.954%, Dodge County's effective rate exceeds the national median of 0.89%, placing it in the top 35% of U.S. counties for tax burden. However, the median tax bill of $1,037 remains far below the national median of $2,690 because homes here are significantly less valuable.
Above-average Georgia tax rate
Dodge's 0.954% rate ranks in the upper-middle tier of Georgia's 159 counties, sitting 0.056 percentage points above the state average of 0.898%. The county's combination of higher rates and lower home values creates an unusual affordability profile.
Dodge taxes exceed nearby southern Georgia
Nearby Decatur County charges 0.925% and Dooly County charges 1.243%, bracketing Dodge's rate. Despite its above-average rate, Dodge's median home value of $108,700 keeps actual tax bills lower than wealthier counties across the state.
Your annual Dodge property tax bill
On a median home valued at $108,700, the typical Dodge homeowner pays $1,037 annually. With a mortgage, that figure rises to $1,308; without one, it drops to $596.
Check if you're overassessed in Dodge
Rural Georgia counties like Dodge often see inconsistent appraisals; some homes are valued well above comparable sales. Filing an appeal with the county assessor's office is straightforward and could reduce your annual bill by 10-20%.