Georgia Property Tax Rate
158 Counties
Georgia has an effective property tax rate of 0.77%, ranking it #27 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Georgia pays $2,341 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $303,300. This rate is 16% lower than the national average of 0.92%.
0.77%
#27 of 50 states
$2,341
Per year
$303,300
2024 estimate
158
Population: 10,940,407
Property Tax Rates by County in Georgia
| Rank ▲ | County | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Stewart County | 1.53% |
| #2 | Dougherty County | 1.33% |
| #3 | Mitchell County | 1.32% |
| #4 | Taliaferro County | 1.31% |
| #5 | Clinch County | 1.30% |
| #6 | Miller County | 1.29% |
| #7 | Dooly County | 1.27% |
| #8 | Sumter County | 1.25% |
| #9 | Screven County | 1.22% |
| #10 | Seminole County | 1.22% |
| #11 | Brantley County | 1.19% |
| #12 | Talbot County | 1.16% |
| #13 | Brooks County | 1.14% |
| #14 | Bacon County | 1.13% |
| #15 | Worth County | 1.13% |
| #16 | Telfair County | 1.12% |
| #17 | Webster County | 1.12% |
| #18 | Calhoun County | 1.11% |
| #19 | Hancock County | 1.09% |
| #20 | Warren County | 1.09% |
How Georgia Compares
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,310
$193/month · Rate: 0.77%
Home Value
$300,000
Taxable Value
$300,000
Effective Rate
0.77%
Georgia Property Tax Exemptions
General Homestead
$2,000 from assessed value for state and county/school taxes
Primary residence owners as of January 1
Over 65 (School Tax)
$10,000 exemption from school taxes on assessed value (varies by county; some counties offer full school tax exemption)
Homeowners age 62+ (income limits vary by county; typically under $10,000 in Georgia taxable income for full school exemption)
Disabled Veteran
Up to $109,986 of assessed value (100% disabled); $54,993 for 70%+ disability (adjusted annually)
Veterans with service-connected disability of 70% or higher
Over 65 Floating Homestead
Assessed value frozen at base year amount for county taxes
Homeowners age 65+ (varies by county; some require income limits)
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
When Are Property Taxes Due in Georgia?
Bills are typically mailed in the late summer or fall, and owners generally have 60 days from billing to pay. December 20 is the statewide default, but many counties set earlier dates or two installments.
Dates vary by locality
Georgia's statutory default is December 20 ('Unless otherwise specifically stated in the law, property taxes are due by December 20,' per the GA Dept. of Revenue), but counties widely deviate. The DOR notes some counties set earlier deadlines and some bill in two installments. Examples: Cobb County is due October 15 in a single payment; DeKalb and Fulton counties split into two installments (roughly Sept 30 and Nov 15). Owners must confirm their county tax commissioner's date.
If you pay late: A 5% penalty is generally added after the due date, plus interest accruing at roughly 1% per month on the unpaid balance (rates set by statute).
See how Georgia compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.
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Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.