Paulding County, GA Property Tax: $2,444/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Paulding County is 0.85% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $289,000, that works out to about $2,456 per year, or $205 per month. Paulding County is located in northwestern Georgia, with Dallas as its county seat, and is home to approximately 174,292 residents.
About Paulding County
Paulding County covers approximately 312.4 square miles in Georgia. The county is home to about 174,292 residents living in roughly 61,504 housing units, of which 76.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $94,557, and the median home was built in 2001.
The county seat is Dallas. Paulding County borders Bartow County, Carroll County, Cobb County, Douglas County, Haralson 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 Paulding County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Paulding County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paulding County, GA | 0.85% | $289,000 | $2,456 |
| Georgia state average | 0.90% | — | $2,601* |
| Bartow County | 0.73% | $262,200 | $1,901 |
| Carroll County | 0.62% | $227,500 | $1,420 |
| Cobb County | 0.69% | $373,700 | $2,560 |
| Douglas County | 0.79% | $262,200 | $2,079 |
| Haralson County | 0.85% | $210,400 | $1,787 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Paulding County's median home value of $289,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Paulding County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Georgia?
At 0.85%, Paulding County is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.90%. On a home at the county median of $289,000, that means about $2,456 per year — versus $2,601 at the state average rate, a difference of $145 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Paulding County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Paulding County?
For a home at the county median value of $289,000, the annual property tax in Paulding County is approximately $2,456 — or about $205 per month. For a home worth $433,500, expect around $3,685 per year. For a $578,000 home, approximately $4,913 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Paulding County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Paulding County are handled by the Paulding County Assessor's office in Dallas. 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 Paulding 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 Paulding 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