Georgia property tax
Tax year 2025 · updated 2026-09-20 · Source: Georgia Department of Revenue, Census ACS 2023 5-year
The median effective property tax rate in Georgia is 0.90%, below the national median of 0.99%. The median homeowner pays $2,350 a year on a home worth $261,000. On a $300,000 home that is about $2,700 before exemptions.
- Effective rate
- 0.90%
- Median annual bill
- $2,350
- Median home value
- $261,000
- Rank (highest = 1)
- 27of 50
Counties in Georgia
| County | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton County | 1.05% | $4,160 | $396,000 | 1,075,000 |
| DeKalb County | 1.26% | $3,990 | $305,000 | 765,000 |
How Georgia assesses property
40% of fair market value, then county and school millage applied.
Homestead and other exemptions
Standard $2,000 state homestead exemption from assessed value; counties and school districts add their own, often much larger. Apply by April 1.
Due dates
Varies by county; most bills due between October 15 and December 20.
Appeals
45 days from the date on the annual assessment notice.
Georgia bills are calculated on 40% of value, so a 1% effective rate corresponds to roughly 25 mills.
Source: Georgia Department of Revenue, Census ACS 2023 5-year.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Georgia?
The median effective property tax rate in Georgia is 0.90% of home value, below the national median of 0.99%. On a $300,000 home that is about $2,700 per year, before exemptions. Rates vary by county and school district.
When are property taxes due in Georgia?
Varies by county; most bills due between October 15 and December 20.
Does Georgia have a homestead exemption?
Standard $2,000 state homestead exemption from assessed value; counties and school districts add their own, often much larger. Apply by April 1.
How do I appeal my property tax assessment in Georgia?
45 days from the date on the annual assessment notice. Appeals go to the county assessor or appraisal review board first; each county page on this site lists the local deadline and the assessor's contact.