Tifton, GA home prices
Typical home $206,294 · +3.7% in a year · income needed $58,300
The Tifton, GA metro area ranks 613 of 894 U.S. metros for home values (U.S. typical home: $366,157). Prices changed +3.7% in a year and +18.9% over five years. With 20% down at 7.11%, the typical home costs about $1,361 a month including 0.86% property tax (Tift County rate).
Mortgage on the typical Tifton home
| Down payment | Cash down | Loan | Principal + interest | PMI / MIP | Tax + insurance | Total / month | Income needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% down | $41,259 | $165,035 | $1,110 | $0 | $251 | $1,361 | $58,300 |
| 10% down | $20,629 | $185,664 | $1,249 | $77 | $251 | $1,577 | $67,600 |
| 5% down | $10,315 | $195,979 | $1,318 | $82 | $251 | $1,651 | $70,700 |
| 3.5% down (FHA) | $7,220 | $202,557 | $1,363 | $91 | $251 | $1,705 | $73,100 |
Assumes a 30-year fixed loan at 7.11%, property tax of 0.86% of the home value a year, homeowners insurance of 0.6% a year, PMI of 0.5% of the loan a year when the down payment is under 20%, and FHA mortgage insurance of 0.55% a year plus a 1.75% upfront premium added to the loan. Your rate, taxes and insurance will differ.
Counties in the Tifton area
| County | Typical home | 1-yr change | Tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tift County, GA | $206,321 | +3.7% | 0.86% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a house in Tifton?
The typical home in the Tifton, GA metro area is worth $206,294 (Zillow, September 2026).
What salary do you need to buy a house in Tifton?
About $58,300 a year for the typical home with 20% down at 7.11%.