Property Taxes in Atlanta, Georgia
Median Atlanta, Georgia effective property tax rate: 1.48%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Atlanta, Georgia home value: $218,300
Median annual Atlanta, Georgia tax bill: $3,158, $758 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Clayton calculated?
Property taxes in Atlanta, Georgia are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Atlanta's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Atlanta, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Atlanta Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Atlanta property tax calculator to estimate your annual tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Atlanta's median effective tax rate of 1.48% — based on actual property records in Clayton County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Atlanta's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Atlanta: rates range from 1.48% in 30349 to 1.48% in 30349, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
Atlanta's median effective tax rate is higher than Georgia's 1.00% and the median tax bill is $758 higher than the state median. If your estimate is higher than expected, Ownwell can appeal your Atlanta assessment — you only pay if we save you money.
About Atlanta Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Atlanta, Clayton, Georgia
Atlanta’s median effective property tax rate of 1.48% is lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Clayton County base levy combined with local school district levies and Community Improvement Districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Atlanta. Homeowners in the 30349 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.48%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 1.48%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Clayton County. Understanding which part of Atlanta you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Atlanta homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Assessor's Office before the July 14, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Atlanta, Clayton County, Georgia
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Atlanta's effective property tax rate to other cities in Georgia and the median property tax rates in Georgia and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Atlanta Tax Rate
1.48%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Clayton County Tax Rate
1.43%
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Atlanta, Clayton County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30349 | 0.72% | 1.39% | 1.48% | 1.57% | 1.58% |
Source: Ownwell
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$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Atlanta, Clayton County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Atlanta, Georgia, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Clayton County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Clayton County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of May.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Atlanta.
For example, the median home price in Atlanta is $218,300, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 30349 has the highest median home price at $218,300.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Atlanta, Clayton County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$145,900
$225,200
$304,500
Median Atlanta Market Value
$218,300
Median Clayton County Market Value
$220,600
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Atlanta, Clayton County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30349 | $107,960 | $157,600 | $218,300 | $265,200 | $311,700 |
Source: Ownwell
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Property Tax Bills Across Atlanta, Clayton County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Atlanta are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local tax rates are applied to that assessed value to determine what homeowners owe each year. For Atlanta homeowners, the median home price is $218,300, and property tax bills can vary widely depending on the home and neighborhood.
In Clayton County, the 25th percentile tax bill is $2,117, the 75th percentile tax bill is $3,981, and the 90th percentile tax bill is $4,602. The median tax bill in ZIP code 30349 is $3,158, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. That means many homeowners in Atlanta may be paying more than the typical U.S. homeowner.
Ownwell helps homeowners lower their property tax bills by reviewing assessments and identifying opportunities to appeal overassessments or claim eligible exemptions. A lower assessed value can mean meaningful savings year after year.
Median Atlanta Tax Bill
$3,158
Median Clayton County Tax Bill
$2,954
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Atlanta, Clayton County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30349 | $1,320 | $2,117 | $3,158 | $3,981 | $4,602 |
Source: Ownwell
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Appeal Deadline | August 14 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | September 1 |
| Due Date #1 | September 15 |
Links | |
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| Clayton Assessor's Office | |
| Website | beacon.schneidercorp.com |