Meriwether County, GA Property Tax: $1,439/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Meriwether County is 0.93% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $154,600, that works out to about $1,438 per year, or $120 per month. Meriwether County is located in western Georgia, and is home to approximately 20,757 residents.
About Meriwether County
Meriwether County covers approximately 500.9 square miles in Georgia. The county is home to about 20,757 residents living in roughly 9,642 housing units, of which 59.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $56,458, and the median home was built in 1984.
Meriwether County borders Coweta County, Harris County, Pike County, Spalding County, Talbot 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 Meriwether County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Meriwether County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meriwether County, GA | 0.93% | $154,600 | $1,438 |
| Georgia state average | 0.90% | — | $1,391* |
| Coweta County | 0.77% | $321,900 | $2,482 |
| Harris County | 0.89% | $278,700 | $2,470 |
| Pike County | 0.92% | $265,700 | $2,456 |
| Spalding County | 0.96% | $196,600 | $1,897 |
| Talbot County | 1.09% | $127,200 | $1,384 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Meriwether County's median home value of $154,600. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Meriwether County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Georgia?
At 0.93%, Meriwether County is higher than the Georgia state average of 0.90%. On a home at the county median of $154,600, that means about $1,438 per year — versus $1,391 at the state average rate, a difference of $47 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Meriwether County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Meriwether County?
For a home at the county median value of $154,600, the annual property tax in Meriwether County is approximately $1,438 — or about $120 per month. For a home worth $231,900, expect around $2,157 per year. For a $309,200 home, approximately $2,876 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Meriwether County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Meriwether County are handled by the Meriwether 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 Meriwether 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 0.93% shown here. Contact the Meriwether 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