Appling County, GA Property Tax: $689/yr (2026)
Last reviewed:
The effective property tax rate in Appling County is 0.85% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $81,400, that works out to about $692 per year, or $58 per month. Appling County is located in southeastern Georgia, and is home to approximately 18,426 residents.
About Appling County
Appling County covers approximately 508.3 square miles in Georgia. The county is home to about 18,426 residents living in roughly 8,526 housing units, of which 59.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $43,728, and the median home was built in 1984.
Appling County borders Bacon County, Jeff Davis County, Pierce County, Tattnall County, Toombs County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Georgia
Property taxes in Georgia are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Georgia offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Appling County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Appling County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appling County, GA | 0.85% | $81,400 | $692 |
| Georgia state average | 0.90% | — | $733* |
| Bacon County | 1.02% | $104,100 | $1,064 |
| Jeff Davis County | 0.93% | $109,300 | $1,016 |
| Pierce County | 0.92% | $132,100 | $1,209 |
| Tattnall County | 1.02% | $122,400 | $1,246 |
| Toombs County | 0.96% | $127,100 | $1,223 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Appling County's median home value of $81,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Appling County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Georgia?
At 0.85%, Appling County is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.90%. On a home at the county median of $81,400, that means about $692 per year — versus $733 at the state average rate, a difference of $41 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Appling County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Appling County?
For a home at the county median value of $81,400, the annual property tax in Appling County is approximately $692 — or about $58 per month. For a home worth $122,100, expect around $1,038 per year. For a $162,800 home, approximately $1,384 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Appling County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Appling County are handled by the Appling County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Appling County?
Georgia counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.85% shown here. Contact the Appling County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File