In Georgia, a progressive tax system is practised and the income tax here ranges from 1% to 6%, with six tax brackets in total. The state collects 9% as income tax while the US average is 9.8%. The tax system here is the 25th highest in the US. Apart from that, moving to Georgia, you will also realize that the state levies a sales tax of 4% but there is no tax levied on prescription drugs, certain medical devices, or food items for home consumption.