Hickox, GA Property Tax: Rates & How to Save (2026)
Hickox, GA property taxes: $1,836/year median. See rates, how to appeal in Brantley County, and check your savings.
Key Takeaways
Median home value: $146,300 in Hickox.Median annual tax bill: $1,836.Tax rate: Brantley County's combined rate is 2.995%.Appeals filed with: Brantley County Board of Assessors (not the city).Appeal deadline: 45 days from your assessment notice date.
Hickox is a small Brantley County community where the median home value of about $146,000 nearly doubles the county average. That kind of gap means your assessment may be getting pulled in unpredictable directions -- this guide helps you verify the numbers.
Property Tax Rates in Hickox
Hickox property taxes are assessed and collected by Brantley County. Georgia assesses all property at 40% of fair market value.
Here is how the tax math works for the median Hickox home:
Fair Market Value (county assessment): $146,300
Assessed Value ($146,300 x 0.40): $58,520
Tax Rate (Brantley County combined rate): 2.995%
Annual Tax Bill ($58,520 x 2.995%): $1,752
The Census Bureau reports a median annual tax bill of $1,836 for Hickox, which reflects all levies including county, school, and city taxes.
How Hickox Compares
Hickox: $146,300
Brantley County: $99,600
Georgia (statewide): $170,200
Homes in Hickox are valued 47% above the Brantley County median. Higher home values mean a larger tax bill - and a bigger potential payoff from a successful appeal. The median annual tax bill in Hickox ($1,836) is 27% above Georgia's statewide median of $1,439. Home values in Brantley County range from about $43,581 (25th percentile) to $192,980 (75th percentile), so your appeal savings depend heavily on where your home falls in that range.
How to Appeal Your Hickox Property Tax
Property tax appeals in Hickox are handled by the Brantley County Board of Assessors. You have 45 days from the date of the assessment notice to file using the PT-311A form.
Based on a combined tax rate of 2.995%. Your actual rate may vary by tax district.
A 10% reduction on the median Hickox home ($146,300 down by $14,630) would save approximately $175 per year - or $525 over three years with the 299c freeze.
The median annual property tax bill in Hickox is $1,836, based on Census ACS 2024 data. Using Brantley County's millage rate of 2.995%, the computed tax on the median home ($146,300) is approximately $1,752.
Who do I contact to appeal my Hickox property tax?
Appeals are filed with the Brantley County Board of Assessors, not at the city level. File a PT-311A form within 45 days of your assessment notice.
Why are Hickox home values higher than the Brantley County average?
Hickox's premium reflects demand driven by school quality, proximity to employment centers, and neighborhood amenities. Higher values mean a larger potential overassessment -- a 10% overvaluation costs approximately $175 per year in excess taxes.
How is my Hickox property tax bill calculated?
Georgia taxes property at 40% of fair market value. For Hickox's median home ($146,300), the assessed value is $58,520. Multiply by Brantley County's millage rate of 2.995% to get your annual bill. In smaller communities like Hickox, the county may rely on limited data to set your value. If your home is unique or the comparable sales used are a poor match, there is a good chance your assessment is off.
What if there are few comparable sales near Hickox?
In smaller communities, finding 3-5 recent sales of similar homes can be difficult. Expand your search to other parts of Brantley County -- the BOE panel understands limited inventory in small towns. Look for homes with similar square footage, lot size, and condition even if they are several miles away.
Can I appeal if I just bought my Hickox home?
Yes. If you paid less than the county's assessed fair market value, your purchase price is strong evidence of overassessment. If you paid more, the county may eventually reassess upward -- but they cannot do so just because you appealed. Either way, you should compare your assessed value to what similar nearby homes actually sold for.
Can my property tax go up if I appeal?
No. Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 48-5-311) protects you: the county cannot raise your assessed value above what they originally set just because you filed an appeal. The Board of Equalization only rules on the disputed value. Worst case, your appeal is denied and you keep your current assessment -- your taxes will not increase as a result of appealing.