Catoosa County Property Taxes

Catoosa County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

3.5% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$123/mo escrow

#22 of 159 counties in Georgia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.69%

vs. Georgia Avg3.5% below
vs. National Avg45.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$214,200

State avg $180,827

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,605

$134/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,133

$94/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#22

of 159 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Catoosa County, Georgia

Catoosa's taxes rank below national median

Catoosa County's effective tax rate of 0.689% is significantly lower than the national median, and at $1,475 annually on a median home, residents pay roughly 45% less than the national typical property tax of $2,690. The county offers attractive tax conditions for homeowners in higher-value properties.

Second-lowest rate in Georgia

Catoosa County's 0.689% effective rate ranks second-lowest in Georgia, trailing only Carroll County's 0.624% and well below the state average of 0.898%. The median tax of $1,475 closely mirrors the state median despite Catoosa's lower rate, reflecting the county's solid median home value of $214,200.

Highly competitive rates in the region

Catoosa County's 0.689% rate ranks second-best in this eight-county comparison, surpassed only by Carroll County, and substantially beats higher-rate neighbors like Calhoun (1.152%) and Candler (1.041%). The county's position near Chattanooga adds appeal for commuters seeking lower tax burdens.

Median Catoosa home costs $1,475 yearly

If you own a median $214,200 home in Catoosa County, expect to pay approximately $1,475 in annual property taxes. With mortgage escrow included, homeowners typically remit around $1,605 per year, benefiting from one of the region's most favorable tax rates.

Verify assessments even at lower rates

Catoosa County's favorable rates should not discourage you from reviewing your property assessment annually against recent comparable home sales. Challenging an inflated assessment could yield hundreds in annual savings, and the appeals process is straightforward and cost-free.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Catoosa 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.

Catoosa County has an effective property tax rate of 0.69%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $1,475. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Catoosa County's current rate, or contact the Catoosa County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Catoosa County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Catoosa County$1,475
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Catoosa County

0.69%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Catoosa County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Catoosa County, Georgia is 0.69%. 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 Catoosa 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. Catoosa County has an effective property tax rate of 0.69%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $1,475. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Catoosa County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Catoosa County?
The median annual property tax payment in Catoosa County is $1,475. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,605, while those without a mortgage pay $1,133.
How does Catoosa County compare to the Georgia average?
Catoosa County's effective tax rate of 0.69% is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Catoosa County is $1,475, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Catoosa County, Georgia?
The median home value in Catoosa County, Georgia is $214,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Catoosa County a low property tax area in Georgia?
Yes — Catoosa County's effective property tax rate of 0.69% is below the Georgia average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax of $1,475 is also lower the state average of $1,529, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Catoosa County rank for property taxes in Georgia?
Catoosa County ranks #22 out of 159 counties in Georgia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.69% and median annual tax of $1,475, it falls in the lower 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.