Jersey, Walton County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Jersey, Georgia
Median Jersey, Georgia effective property tax rate: 1.18%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Jersey, Georgia home value: $171,925
Median annual Jersey, Georgia tax bill: $1,288, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Walton calculated?
Property taxes in Jersey, 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 Jersey's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Jersey, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Jersey, Walton County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.18%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,029
$1,883
How Does the Jersey Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Jersey property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Jersey's median effective tax rate of 1.18% — based on actual property records in Walton 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 Jersey'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 Jersey: rates range from 1.18% in 30018 to 1.18% in 30018, 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 Jersey.
About Jersey Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Jersey, Walton, Georgia
Jersey’s median effective property tax rate of 1.18% is lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Walton 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 Jersey. Homeowners in the 30018 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.18%, while those in the same ZIP also pay $1,288 in median property tax bill. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Walton County.
Jersey homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before the June 1, 2026 deadline each year.
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 Jersey, Walton 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 Jersey'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 Jersey Tax Rate
1.18%
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 Walton County Tax Rate
1.04%
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Jersey, Walton County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30018 | 0.17% | 0.93% | 1.18% | 1.18% | 1.18% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Jersey, Walton County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Jersey, 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. Walton County 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 Walton 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 Jersey.
For example, the median home price in Jersey is $171,925, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 30018 has the highest median home price at $171,925.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Jersey, Walton County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$171,925
$304,310
$436,695
Median Jersey Market Value
$171,925
Median Walton County Market Value
$328,600
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Jersey, Walton County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30018 | $96,778 | $116,820 | $171,925 | $225,035 | $409,609 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Jersey, Walton County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Jersey are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price. Local tax rates are applied to that assessed value to determine the annual bill, so the amount a homeowner owes depends on both the property’s valuation and the tax rate set for the area.
With a median home price of $171,925, property taxes can vary widely from one homeowner to another. The tax bill is shaped by factors such as the home’s assessed value, local levies, and any exemptions that may apply. In Jersey, the median property tax bill is $1,288.00, and bills can range from $895 at the 25th percentile to $2,150 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile reaching $2,955.
For homeowners, this means property taxes can have a meaningful impact on annual housing costs, especially when assessments rise faster than expected.
Median Jersey Tax Bill
$1,288
Median Walton County Tax Bill
$3,025
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Jersey, Walton County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30018 | $662 | $895 | $1,288 | $2,150 | $2,955 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
Links | |
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| Walton Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |