Chattooga County, GA Property Tax: $844/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Chattooga County is 0.86% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $98,700, that works out to about $849 per year, or $71 per month. Chattooga County is located in northwestern Georgia, and is home to approximately 24,975 residents.
About Chattooga County
Chattooga County covers approximately 313.3 square miles in Georgia. The county is home to about 24,975 residents living in roughly 10,883 housing units, of which 56.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $47,785, and the median home was built in 1977.
Chattooga County borders Cherokee County, DeKalb County, Floyd County, Walker 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 Chattooga County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Chattooga County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattooga County, GA | 0.86% | $98,700 | $849 |
| Georgia state average | 0.90% | — | $888* |
| Cherokee County | 0.39% | $165,900 | $643 |
| DeKalb County | 0.34% | $135,500 | $458 |
| Floyd County | 0.80% | $194,100 | $1,560 |
| Walker County | 0.78% | $173,900 | $1,353 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Chattooga County's median home value of $98,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Chattooga County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Georgia?
At 0.86%, Chattooga County is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.90%. On a home at the county median of $98,700, that means about $849 per year — versus $888 at the state average rate, a difference of $39 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Chattooga County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Chattooga County?
For a home at the county median value of $98,700, the annual property tax in Chattooga County is approximately $849 — or about $71 per month. For a home worth $148,050, expect around $1,273 per year. For a $197,400 home, approximately $1,698 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Chattooga County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Chattooga County are handled by the Chattooga 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 Chattooga 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 0.86% shown here. Contact the Chattooga 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