ZIP Code 31097

In ZIP code 31097, near Barnesville, homes carry a median value of $168,500 while the county's 0.85% effective property tax rate yields an annual bill of roughly $1,432. With median household income at $64,214, that tax equals about 2.2% of yearly earnings — a share many households can absorb without straining other expenses. Per-capita income sits at $32,930, meaning single earners may feel the bite more sharply than dual-income families. Sales taxes reach 9.00% on purchases, adding ongoing costs. Buyers weighing a move here should note that housing prices stay within reach of local paychecks, though the combined tax picture deserves a careful look.