Whitfield County, GA Property Tax: $1,339/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Whitfield County is 0.67% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $198,900, that works out to about $1,333 per year, or $111 per month. Whitfield County is located in northwestern Georgia, and is home to approximately 103,118 residents.
About Whitfield County
Whitfield County covers approximately 290.4 square miles in Georgia. The county is home to about 103,118 residents living in roughly 39,454 housing units, of which 62.2% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $64,262, and the median home was built in 1986.
Whitfield County borders Catoosa County, Gordon County, Murray County, Walker County, Bradley 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 Whitfield County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Whitfield County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitfield County, GA | 0.67% | $198,900 | $1,333 |
| Georgia state average | 0.90% | — | $1,790* |
| Catoosa County | 0.69% | $214,200 | $1,475 |
| Gordon County | 0.71% | $205,600 | $1,450 |
| Murray County | 0.64% | $173,300 | $1,111 |
| Walker County | 0.78% | $173,900 | $1,353 |
| Bradley County | 0.51% | $230,800 | $1,174 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Whitfield County's median home value of $198,900. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Whitfield County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Georgia?
At 0.67%, Whitfield County is lower than the Georgia state average of 0.90%. On a home at the county median of $198,900, that means about $1,333 per year — versus $1,790 at the state average rate, a difference of $457 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Whitfield County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Whitfield County?
For a home at the county median value of $198,900, the annual property tax in Whitfield County is approximately $1,333 — or about $111 per month. For a home worth $298,350, expect around $1,999 per year. For a $397,800 home, approximately $2,665 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Whitfield County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Whitfield County are handled by the Whitfield 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 Whitfield 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 0.67% shown here. Contact the Whitfield 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