Fulton County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 247,837.
The median annual property tax in Fulton County is $3,847, which is 152% higher than the Georgia state average and 100% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $431,200. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,847
+152% vs State
+100% vs US
Median Home Value
$431,200
+138% vs State
+104% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.89%
-1% vs State
-6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,948
$329/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,537
$295/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,847 +5.9% | 0.89% |
| 2022 | $3,631 +8.0% | 0.91% |
| 2021 | $3,361 +5.5% | 0.97% |
| 2020 | $3,185 +4.1% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $3,060 | 0.98% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$91,490
per year
Monthly Tax
$321
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Bibb County
Tax: $1,826/yr Rate: 1.10%
Colquitt County
Tax: $1,051/yr Rate: 0.87%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,140/yr Rate: 0.96%
Lanier County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.02%
Wilkinson County
Tax: $801/yr Rate: 0.88%
Laurens County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fulton County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fulton County is $3,847 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $431,200.
How does Fulton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fulton County are 100% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.89% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fulton County? ▼
In Fulton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,948 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,537. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fulton County? ▼
Property taxes in Fulton County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $91,490. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.