Athens-Clarke County Property Tax Rate
Clarke County, Georgia
Athens-Clarke County is located in Clarke County, Georgia. Homeowners in Athens-Clarke County pay a median of $2,431 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $271,800, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.89%. This is 2% higher than the Clarke County average of 0.87%.
0.89%
vs 0.87% county avg
$2,431
Per year
$271,800
2024 estimate
126,987
Athens-Clarke County, GA
How Athens-Clarke County Compares
About Property Taxes in Athens-Clarke County
Property taxes in Athens-Clarke County are collected by Clarke County. Tax exemptions available to Clarke County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Athens-Clarke County. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Clarke County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,670
$223/month · Rate: 0.89%
Clarke County Property Taxes
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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.