Chattooga County Property Taxes

Chattooga County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

44.8% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$70/mo escrow

#67 of 159 counties in Georgia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.86%

vs. Georgia Avg44.8% below
vs. National Avg68.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$98,700

State avg $180,827

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,054

$88/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$702

$59/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#67

of 159 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Chattooga County, Georgia

Chattooga offers lowest rates regionally

Chattooga County's effective tax rate of 0.855% sits below the national median of 0.84% and lands in the 49th percentile nationally. With a median home value of $98,700, the typical tax bill reaches just $844—far below the national median of $2,690.

Below Georgia average in both metrics

Chattooga's 0.855% effective rate trails Georgia's state average of 0.898%, making it one of the state's more tax-friendly counties. The median property tax of $844 is roughly 55% below Georgia's state median of $1,529, reflecting the county's rural setting and modest home values.

Cheapest option in the region

Chattooga's 0.855% rate is the lowest among its peers, edging below Chattahoochee (0.990%) and Clay County (1.044%). Even though nearby homes have similar values around $99,000, Chattooga residents pay measurably less in property taxes.

Budget under $850 annually

Homeowners in Chattooga with the median property value of $98,700 pay approximately $844 per year in property taxes. Adding mortgage and insurance considerations brings the estimate to around $1,054 annually.

Even low bills deserve review

Just because Chattooga's taxes are among Georgia's lowest doesn't mean your specific assessment is accurate. Reviewing your property valuation every few years and appealing if your home has declined in value can save you money regardless of county averages.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Chattooga 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.

Chattooga County has an effective property tax rate of 0.86%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $844. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Chattooga County's current rate, or contact the Chattooga County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Chattooga County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Chattooga County$844
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Chattooga County

0.86%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Chattooga County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Chattooga County, Georgia is 0.86%. 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 Chattooga 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. Chattooga County has an effective property tax rate of 0.86%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $844. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Chattooga County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Chattooga County?
The median annual property tax payment in Chattooga County is $844. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,054, while those without a mortgage pay $702.
How does Chattooga County compare to the Georgia average?
Chattooga County's effective tax rate of 0.86% is higher than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Chattooga County is $844, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Chattooga County, Georgia?
The median home value in Chattooga County, Georgia is $98,700, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Chattooga County property tax rate higher than the Georgia average?
Chattooga County's effective property tax rate of 0.86% is higher than the Georgia average of 0.85%. This difference of 0.01% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Chattooga County rank for property taxes in Georgia?
Chattooga County ranks #67 out of 159 counties in Georgia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.86% and median annual tax of $844, 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.