What is the property tax rate in Canton, GA?

Canton has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.62%. On a median home valued at $369,700, homeowners pay approximately $2,276 per year in property taxes.

How does Canton compare to Cherokee County?

Canton's effective rate of 0.62% is 10% lower than the Cherokee County average of 0.69%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,985, while Canton homeowners pay an estimated $2,276.

How much are property taxes in Canton on a $300,000 home?

Based on Canton's effective rate of 0.62%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,860 per year, or about $155 per month.

Canton Property Tax Rate

Cherokee County, Georgia

0.62%effective rate

Canton is located in Cherokee County, Georgia. Homeowners in Canton pay a median of $2,276 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $369,700, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.62%. This is 10% lower than the Cherokee County average of 0.69%.

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Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.62%

vs 0.69% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,276

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$369,700

2024 estimate

Population📍

34,587

Canton, GA

How Canton Compares

Canton

0.62%

Cherokee County Average

0.69%

Georgia Average

0.77%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Cherokee County

Compare property tax rates for 2 cities in Cherokee County, Georgia.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Woodstock	36,297	$3,083	0.80%
Canton	34,587	$2,276	0.62%

About Property Taxes in Canton

Property taxes in Canton are collected by Cherokee County. Tax exemptions available to Cherokee County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Canton. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Cherokee County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,860

$155/month · Rate: 0.62%

Cherokee County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.