Terrell County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Terrell County, Georgia
Median Terrell County effective property tax rate: 1.51%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Terrell County home value: $69,531
Median annual Terrell County tax bill: $1,026, $1,374 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Terrell County calculated?
Property taxes in Terrell 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 Terrell County or another part of Terrell County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Terrell County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.51%
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How Does the Terrell County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Terrell County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Terrell County's median effective tax rate of 1.51% 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. Terrell County's median effective tax rate is higher than Georgia's 1.00% median, and the county's $1,026 median tax bill is lower than the national median bill of $2,400 and lower than Georgia's median bill by $1,374.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Terrell County.
Property Tax Rates Across Terrell County, Georgia
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Terrell County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Terrell 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 Terrell County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Georgia or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Terrell County's median effective rate stands at 1.51%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within Terrell County, the highest rate is found in DAWSON at 1.55%, while SASSER has the lowest at 1.24%.
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 Ă· 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 Terrell County Tax Rate
1.51%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Terrell County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Terrell 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 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 are sent in the spring each year and typically arrive by the middle of May. Each property owner receives a notice that includes both market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of the property tax bill.
The median tax bill in Terrell County is $1,026, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Tax bills range across the county, with Albany posting the highest median home price at $129,936.
Median Terrell County Market Value
$69,531
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Terrell County, Georgia
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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| Albany | $72,769 | $102,278 | $129,936 | $166,092 | $198,774 |
| Bronwood | $13,356 | $29,754 | $56,844 | $100,400 | $195,795 |
| Dawson | $18,578 | $38,914 | $70,000 | $119,302 | $225,866 |
| Parrott | $13,521 | $31,398 | $62,940 | $115,271 | $205,301 |
| Sasser | $15,960 | $21,078 | $45,816 | $68,978 | $82,627 |
| Shellman | $43,905 | $60,822 | $102,228 | $156,564 | $234,539 |
| Leesburg | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Terrell County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Terrell County are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply their tax rates to that assessed value to determine the annual bill, so changes in assessment can directly affect what homeowners owe.
With a median home price of $69,531, property taxes can still vary widely depending on location, exemptions, and the specific taxing districts that apply to a property. In Terrell County, the tax bill at the 25th percentile is $596, while the 75th percentile reaches $1,660. For higher-valued or more heavily taxed properties, the 90th percentile climbs to $2,736.
Homeowners in Albany face the highest median tax bill at $1,738, while Sasser has the lowest at $566. These differences show how property tax bills can affect affordability from one part of the county to another. Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median bill of $2,400, Terrell County homeowners often see lower bills, though individual assessments still matter.
Median Terrell County Tax Bill
$1,026
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
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| Terrell Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |