Heard County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Heard County, Georgia
Median Heard County effective property tax rate: 0.78%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Heard County home value: $164,003
Median annual Heard County tax bill: $1,125, $1,275 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Heard County calculated?
Property taxes in Heard 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 Heard County or another part of Heard County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Heard County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
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How Does the Heard County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Heard County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Heard County's median effective tax rate of 0.78% 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. Heard County's median tax rate is lower than the 1.02% national median property tax rate and lower than Georgia's 1.00% state median tax rate. The county's median property tax bill of $1,125 is also lower than the $2,400 national median property tax bill and $1,275 below the state median.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Heard County.
Property Tax Rates Across Heard County, Georgia
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Heard County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Heard 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 Heard County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Georgia or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Heard County's median effective rate stands at 0.78%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Heard County, the highest rate is found in Newnan at 0.79%, while Hogansville has the lowest at 0.76%.
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 Heard County Tax Rate
0.78%
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 Rates Across Heard County, Georgia
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowdon | 0.32% | 0.46% | 0.76% | 0.81% | 0.81% |
| Franklin | 0.39% | 0.61% | 0.78% | 0.81% | 0.81% |
| Hogansville | 0.37% | 0.64% | 0.76% | 0.81% | 0.81% |
| Newnan | 0.67% | 0.73% | 0.79% | 0.81% | 0.81% |
| Roopville | 0.44% | 0.62% | 0.77% | 0.81% | 0.81% |
| Lagrange | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Heard County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Heard 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 Heard County tax assessor 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 Heard 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 Heard County is $1,125, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Tax bills range significantly across the county, with Newnan having the highest median home price at $308,656.
Median Heard County Market Value
$164,003
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Heard County, Georgia
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowdon | $47,850 | $95,264 | $154,808 | $243,669 | $351,815 |
| Franklin | $45,792 | $85,425 | $166,128 | $282,628 | $433,470 |
| Hogansville | $23,603 | $41,521 | $72,430 | $174,775 | $272,222 |
| Newnan | $92,125 | $148,928 | $308,656 | $367,493 | $441,123 |
| Roopville | $50,048 | $111,143 | $224,040 | $387,123 | $574,518 |
| Lagrange | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Heard County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Heard County are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market value. Local taxing authorities apply the county’s tax rate to that assessed value, so the final bill depends on both the home’s value and the jurisdictions that levy taxes on it. For homeowners, this means two similar homes can receive very different bills if their assessed values or tax rates differ.
The county’s median home price is $164,003, and property tax bills vary widely across the area. The 25th percentile tax bill is $533, while the 75th percentile is $1,993 and the 90th percentile reaches $3,047. That spread shows how property taxes can affect homeowners differently, especially when home values rise or assessments increase. In Heard County, understanding how your home is assessed is key to estimating what you may owe each year.
Median Heard County Tax Bill
$1,125
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Heard County, Georgia
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowdon | $215 | $567 | $901 | $1,501 | $2,294 |
| Franklin | $271 | $561 | $1,148 | $1,972 | $2,981 |
| Hogansville | $104 | $270 | $539 | $1,212 | $1,945 |
| Newnan | $554 | $1,073 | $2,449 | $2,964 | $3,433 |
| Roopville | $266 | $699 | $1,454 | $2,726 | $3,953 |
| Lagrange | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
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| Appeal Deadline | July 15 |
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| Heard Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |