2026 Property Tax Due Dates
County-specificNot yet announced
Full payment — 2026 bills not yet issued (as of Oct 16, 2026); the due date will be printed on the bill. The 2025 bill was due February 16, 2026.
The exact date is set locally — confirm it with the Fayette County Tax Commissioner.
Fayette County collects property tax in a single annual payment, not two installments like many other counties.
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Tax Commissioner
Kristie King
Phone
(770) 461-3652Mailing Address
P.O. Box 70
Fayetteville, GA 30214
Office Hours
How to Pay
Online
Pay using credit card or e-check
By Mail
Mail check payable to Fayette County Tax Commissioner — P.O. Box 70, Fayetteville GA 30214
In Person
Visit the Tax Commissioner's office — 140 W. Stonewall Avenue, Suite 110, Fayetteville GA 30214, Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm
About Property Taxes in Georgia
In Georgia, property taxes are assessed and collected at the county level. Each county has a Board of Tax Assessors that determines the fair market value of all property within the county as of January 1 each year. Property is then assessed at 40% of its fair market value — this is called the assessed value, or "taxable value" before exemptions. Tax bills are typically mailed in August or September, and most counties set a due date of December 20. Georgia has no state property tax; all property taxes are levied by counties, municipalities, school districts, and special service districts. Effective tax rates vary widely by county but average around 0.8–1.2% of market value statewide.
Payment & Assessment
Georgia property tax due dates vary by county, but December 20 is the most common deadline statewide. Some counties use November 15 or other dates — always check with your county tax commissioner for the exact due date in your area. Late penalty: A 5% penalty is added immediately after the due date, with an additional 1% interest charge per month until paid. Unpaid taxes become subject to a tax lien and can eventually lead to a tax sale. Most Georgia counties offer online payment through the county tax commissioner's website. Payment by mail, in person, and in some counties by phone or drop box is also available. If your mortgage lender escrows your taxes, verify that payment has been made — you remain legally responsible for any unpaid balance.
Statewide framework for Georgia. Your county's specific rates and deadlines are shown above.
Other Counties in Georgia
About Fayette County
Fayette County is a county located in the north central portion of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 119,194, an increase from 106,567 in 2010. Fayette County was established in 1821. The county seat, Fayetteville, was established in 1823. Much of Fayette County is bordered on the east side by the Flint River.
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Due dates shown are for reference only. Contact the Fayette County Tax Commissioner's office to confirm official deadlines before making payments.