Estimate your Georgia property tax based on the state's 0.87% average effective rate. Enter your home value for an instant, free calculation.
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Georgia has a moderate effective property tax rate of 0.87%, ranking 27th nationally. Rates vary significantly by county, with metro Atlanta counties generally higher than rural areas.
Georgia assesses property at 40% of fair market value before applying mill rates. County, city, and school board taxes are assessed separately, with school taxes typically the largest component.
| Home Value | Estimated Annual Tax | Monthly (Escrow) |
|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $2,175 | $181/mo |
| $280,800 (median) | $2,443 | $203/mo |
| $600,000 | $5,220 | $435/mo |
Georgia's homestead exemption provides $2,000 off assessed value for county taxes and $5,000 for school taxes. Senior exemptions can be much larger — some counties offer full school tax exemptions for residents 62+.
Georgia property tax bills are typically mailed in late summer and due between October 1 and December 20, varying by county.
Fulton County (Atlanta) and Gwinnett County have higher rates reflecting urban service demands. Rural south Georgia counties are significantly cheaper.