Jeffersonville, Wilkinson County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Jeffersonville, Georgia
Median Jeffersonville, Georgia effective property tax rate: 1.03%, slightly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Jeffersonville, Georgia home value: $51,962
Median annual Jeffersonville, Georgia tax bill: $555, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Wilkinson calculated?
Property taxes in Jeffersonville, 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 Jeffersonville's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Jeffersonville, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Jeffersonville, Wilkinson County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.03%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Jeffersonville Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Jeffersonville property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Jeffersonville's median effective tax rate of 1.03% — based on actual property records in Wilkinson 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 Jeffersonville's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Jeffersonville's median effective tax rate is lower than Georgia's 1.00% state median tax rate, and the median property tax bill is $555, which is $1,845 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Jeffersonville: rates range from 1.03% in 31044 to 1.03% in 31044, 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 Jeffersonville.
About Jeffersonville Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Jeffersonville, Wilkinson, Georgia
Jeffersonville’s median effective property tax rate of 1.03% is lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Wilkinson 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 Jeffersonville. Homeowners in the 31044 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.03%, while those in 31044 pay 1.03%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Wilkinson County. Understanding which part of Jeffersonville you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Jeffersonville homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local 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 Jeffersonville, Wilkinson 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 Jeffersonville'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 Jeffersonville Tax Rate
1.03%
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 Wilkinson County Tax Rate
1.36%
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Jeffersonville, Wilkinson County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31044 | 0.40% | 0.72% | 1.03% | 1.36% | 1.36% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Jeffersonville, Wilkinson County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Jeffersonville, 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 Wilkinson County tax assessor 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 Wilkinson 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 Jeffersonville.
For example, the median home price in Jeffersonville is $51,962, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 31044 has the highest median home price at $51,962.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Jeffersonville, Wilkinson County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$40,086
$117,925
$195,763
Median Jeffersonville Market Value
$51,962
Median Wilkinson County Market Value
$88,277
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Jeffersonville, Wilkinson County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31044 | $15,321 | $31,976 | $51,962 | $144,550 | $223,747 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Jeffersonville, Wilkinson County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Jeffersonville are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. That means the bill depends on both how much the home is worth and the tax rate set by local governments. For homeowners, this can create a wide range of outcomes even among similar properties.
With a median home price of $51,962, Jeffersonville homeowners often see bills that reflect the area’s relatively modest property values. The typical bill in the county is $555.00, and that figure is the same in the 31044 ZIP code, showing how closely local tax bills can track assessed value in this area.
Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400, Jeffersonville’s property tax burden is generally lower. Still, changes in market value, assessment updates, and local tax rates can affect what homeowners owe each year.
Median Jeffersonville Tax Bill
$555
Median Wilkinson County Tax Bill
$1,118
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Jeffersonville, Wilkinson County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31044 | $92 | $205 | $555 | $1,399 | $2,225 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
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| Wilkinson Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |