Barrow County Property Taxes

Barrow County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

38.9% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$177/mo escrow

#58 of 159 counties in Georgia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.83%

vs. Georgia Avg38.9% above
vs. National Avg21% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$255,200

State avg $180,827

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,246

$187/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,835

$153/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#58

of 159 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Barrow County, Georgia

Barrow County taxes below U.S. average

Barrow County's 0.832% effective rate sits comfortably below the national median of 0.88%, landing in the lower-tax quartile nationwide. Its median tax of $2,124 on a $255,200 home remains significantly below the national median of $2,690, saving homeowners roughly $566 annually.

Near Georgia's statewide average rate

Barrow County's 0.832% rate is just 8% below Georgia's state average of 0.898%, positioning it close to typical statewide conditions. Its median tax of $2,124 exceeds the state median of $1,529 by $595, reflecting Barrow's higher median home values.

Mid-range taxes in North Georgia

Barrow County (0.832%) rates between Banks County (0.630%) and Bartow County (0.725%), reflecting moderate tax efficiency for the North Georgia region. With median homes valued at $255,200, Barrow appeals to buyers seeking suburban growth areas with reasonable tax rates.

Suburban home values, moderate taxes

A median $255,200 home in Barrow County generates roughly $2,124 in annual property taxes. With mortgage and insurance, typical owners pay approximately $2,246 yearly, reflecting the county's suburban character and moderate tax environment.

Appeals make sense for higher-value homes

Barrow County homeowners with properties near $255,000+ should particularly scrutinize their assessments, as small rate errors compound with higher home values. A successful appeal on a quarter-million-dollar home could save hundreds annually.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Barrow County

In Georgia, property taxes are expressed as a millage rate (also called a mill rate). One mill equals $1 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed property value. Your total property tax bill is determined by adding together the millage rates set by the county, city or municipality, school district, and any special districts.

In Georgia, property is assessed at 40% of fair market value. The millage rate is applied to this assessed value, so a home worth $300,000 has an assessed value of $120,000 for tax purposes. Georgia counties, cities, and school districts each set their own millage rates.

Barrow County has an effective property tax rate of 0.83%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $2,124. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Barrow County's current rate, or contact the Barrow County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Barrow County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Barrow County$2,124
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Barrow County

0.83%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Barrow County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Barrow County, Georgia is 0.83%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
What is the millage rate in Barrow County, Georgia?
The millage rate (also called mill rate) is the property tax rate expressed as dollars per $1,000 of assessed property value. In Georgia, property taxes are calculated by multiplying your assessed property value by the total millage rate, which includes levies from the county, city, school district, and special districts. Barrow County has an effective property tax rate of 0.83%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $2,124. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Barrow County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Barrow County?
The median annual property tax payment in Barrow County is $2,124. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,246, while those without a mortgage pay $1,835.
How does Barrow County compare to the Georgia average?
Barrow County's effective tax rate of 0.83% is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Barrow County is $2,124, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Barrow County, Georgia?
The median home value in Barrow County, Georgia is $255,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Barrow County a low property tax area in Georgia?
Yes — Barrow County's effective property tax rate of 0.83% is below the Georgia average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax of $2,124 is also comparable to the state average of $1,529, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Barrow County rank for property taxes in Georgia?
Barrow County ranks #58 out of 159 counties in Georgia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.83% and median annual tax of $2,124, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.