Dougherty County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Dougherty County, Georgia
Median Dougherty County effective property tax rate: 1.87%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Dougherty County home value: $73,000
Median annual Dougherty County tax bill: $1,366, $1,034 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Dougherty County calculated?
Property taxes in Dougherty County 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 your county's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Whether you live in Dougherty County or another part of Dougherty County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Dougherty County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.87%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,365
$1,267
How Does the Dougherty County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Dougherty County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Dougherty County's median effective tax rate of 1.87% to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the appraisal district assigns for tax purposes, which is typically lower than market value after applicable exemptions. Our calculator uses the median effective rate for a more accurate estimate than the statutory millage rate alone.
Your actual bill may vary based on your specific exemptions, local school district levies, and any special assessment districts that apply to your property. Dougherty County's median effective tax rate is higher than Georgia's 1.00% state median, and the county's median tax bill of $1,366 is $1,034 lower than the national median bill of $2,400.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Dougherty County.
Property Tax Rates Across Dougherty County, Georgia
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Dougherty County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Dougherty County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.
Below, compare Dougherty County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Georgia or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Dougherty County's median effective rate stands at 1.87%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within Dougherty County, the highest rate is found in Albany at 1.87%, while Leesburg has the lowest at 1.79%.
These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, Community Improvement Districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.
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 Dougherty County Tax Rate
1.87%
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 Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Dougherty County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Dougherty County, 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 Dougherty County Board of Assessors 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 Dougherty 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. The median tax bill in Dougherty County is $1,366, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Leesburg has the highest median home price at $105,300.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Dougherty County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$49,980
$93,415
$136,850
Median Dougherty County Market Value
$73,000
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Bills Across Dougherty County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Dougherty County are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market listing price. Local taxing authorities apply their tax rates to that assessed value to determine the final bill, so changes in valuation can directly affect what a homeowner owes. The amount can vary depending on the property’s characteristics and the taxing jurisdictions that apply to it.
For a county with a median home price of $73,000, property taxes can still create a meaningful annual expense for homeowners. The 25th percentile tax bill is $824, while the 75th percentile is $2,201 and the 90th percentile reaches $3,371. That spread shows how much tax bills can differ from one home to another. In Dougherty County, the highest median tax bill is $1,871 in Leesburg, compared with the lowest median tax bill of $1,028 in Sylvester. Higher assessed values generally lead to higher bills, which can increase the cost of owning a home.
Median Dougherty County Tax Bill
$1,366
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | July 15 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Due Date #1 | December 1 |
| Due Date #2 | April 1 |
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| Dougherty Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |