Heard County Property Taxes

Heard County, Georgia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

32.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$86/mo escrow

#13 of 159 counties in Georgia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.64%

vs. Georgia Avg32.6% below
vs. National Avg61.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$161,000

State avg $180,827

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,262

$105/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$770

$64/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#13

of 159 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Heard County, Georgia

Heard County keeps taxes remarkably low

Heard County's effective tax rate of 0.640% is less than one-fourth the national median property tax burden of $2,690. At $1,030 annually on a median home value of $161,000, Heard County residents enjoy some of the nation's most affordable property taxation.

Third-lowest taxes in Georgia

Heard County's 0.640% effective rate ranks it among Georgia's most tax-friendly counties, well below the state average of 0.898%. The county's median tax of $1,030 is 33% lower than Georgia's statewide median of $1,529.

Hart County edges slightly lower in region

Heard County's 0.640% rate barely trails Hart County's 0.539% nearby. Both counties significantly undercut Houston County (0.856%) and the broader regional average, making this corridor exceptionally tax-friendly.

Your annual property tax estimate

On a median home value of $161,000, Heard County homeowners pay approximately $1,030 yearly in property taxes. With a mortgage, that figure rises to $1,262 when escrow is factored in.

Appeal if your value has dropped

Heard County's low overall burden doesn't guarantee accurate individual assessments. If your home has lost value or your assessment seems out of line with recent sales, filing an appeal with the county assessor could provide additional tax relief.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Heard 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.

Heard County has an effective property tax rate of 0.64%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $1,030. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Heard County's current rate, or contact the Heard County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Heard County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Heard County$1,030
Georgia State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Heard County

0.64%

Effective rate

Georgia Avg

0.85%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Heard County, Georgia?
The effective property tax rate in Heard County, Georgia is 0.64%. 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 Heard 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. Heard County has an effective property tax rate of 0.64%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $1,030. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Heard County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Heard County?
The median annual property tax payment in Heard County is $1,030. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,262, while those without a mortgage pay $770.
How does Heard County compare to the Georgia average?
Heard County's effective tax rate of 0.64% is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax in Heard County is $1,030, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Heard County, Georgia?
The median home value in Heard County, Georgia is $161,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Heard County a low property tax area in Georgia?
Yes — Heard County's effective property tax rate of 0.64% is below the Georgia average of 0.85%. The median annual property tax of $1,030 is also lower the state average of $1,529, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Heard County rank for property taxes in Georgia?
Heard County ranks #13 out of 159 counties in Georgia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.64% and median annual tax of $1,030, 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.