Fayette County, Georgia Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Fayette County?

Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Fayette 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 Fayette County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Georgia or the U.S. median of 1.02%.

Fayette County's median effective rate stands at 0.89%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Fayette County, the highest rate is found in Peachtree City at 0.96%, while Jonesboro has the lowest at 0.73%.

These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, Community Improvement Districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.

Property tax bills in Fayette County are based on a home’s assessed value, which is tied to its market value, and then multiplied by the local tax rate. For a home with a median home price of $443,080, the final bill can vary widely depending on the property’s location, features, and any exemptions that apply. That means two homes with similar market values may still receive different tax bills if their assessed values differ.

Homeowners in Fayette County often see bills that reflect a broad range of outcomes. The 25th percentile tax bill is $2,070, while the 75th percentile tax bill is $5,268 and the 90th percentile tax bill is $7,121. The highest median tax bill is $4,316 in Peachtree City, compared with the lowest median tax bill of $1,910 in Jonesboro. Since the national median property tax bill is $2,400, many Fayette County homeowners may pay more than the U.S. median, making it important to understand how assessed value affects what they owe.