Quitman County, GA Property Tax: $869/yr (2026)
Last reviewed:
The effective property tax rate in Quitman County is 0.84% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $103,000, that works out to about $865 per year, or $72 per month. Quitman County is located in western Georgia, with Georgetown as its county seat, and is home to approximately 2,092 residents.
About Quitman County
Quitman County covers approximately 151.2 square miles in Georgia. The county is home to about 2,092 residents living in roughly 1,715 housing units, of which 42.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $36,838, and the median home was built in 1988.
The county seat is Georgetown. Quitman County borders Barbour County, Clay County, Randolph County, Stewart 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 Quitman County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Quitman County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quitman County, GA | 0.84% | $103,000 | $865 |
| Georgia state average | 0.90% | — | $927* |
| Barbour County | 0.38% | $109,900 | $415 |
| Clay County | 1.04% | $92,500 | $966 |
| Randolph County | 0.88% | $90,900 | $800 |
| Stewart County | 1.71% | $53,000 | $907 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Quitman County's median home value of $103,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Quitman County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Georgia?
At 0.84%, Quitman County is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.90%. On a home at the county median of $103,000, that means about $865 per year — versus $927 at the state average rate, a difference of $62 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Quitman County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Quitman County?
For a home at the county median value of $103,000, the annual property tax in Quitman County is approximately $865 — or about $72 per month. For a home worth $154,500, expect around $1,298 per year. For a $206,000 home, approximately $1,730 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Quitman County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Quitman County are handled by the Quitman County Assessor's office in Georgetown. 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 Quitman 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 0.84% shown here. Contact the Quitman 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