Albany, Baker County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Albany, Georgia
Median Albany, Georgia effective property tax rate: 0.97%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Albany, Georgia home value: $78,151
Median annual Albany, Georgia tax bill: $752, $1,648 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Baker calculated?
Property taxes in Albany, Georgia are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Albany's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Albany, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Albany, Baker County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$758
$703
How Does the Albany Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Albany property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Albany's median effective tax rate of 0.97% — based on actual property records in Baker County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Albany's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Albany: rates range from 0.97% in 31721 to 0.97% in 31721, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Albany.
About Albany Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Albany, Baker, Georgia
Albany’s median effective property tax rate of 0.97% is lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Baker County base levy combined with local school district levies and Community Improvement Districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Albany. Homeowners in the 31721 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.97%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 0.97%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Baker County. Understanding which part of Albany you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Albany homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before July 17, 2025.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Albany, Baker County, Georgia
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Albany's effective property tax rate to other cities in Georgia and the median property tax rates in Georgia and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Albany Tax Rate
0.97%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Baker County Tax Rate
0.97%
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Albany, Baker County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31721 | 0.48% | 0.93% | 0.97% | 0.97% | 0.97% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Albany, Baker County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Albany, Georgia, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Baker County property tax assessor estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Baker County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month when notices are sent.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Albany.
For example, the median home price in Albany is $78,151, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 31721 has the highest median home price at $78,151.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Albany, Baker County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$68,490
$115,625
$162,760
Median Albany Market Value
$78,151
Median Baker County Market Value
$77,607
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Albany, Baker County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31721 | $10,150 | $31,388 | $78,151 | $204,928 | $888,873 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Albany, Baker County, Georgia
How are property tax bills calculated in Albany, Georgia?
Property tax bills in Albany are based on the assessed value of a home, which local taxing authorities use to determine how much a homeowner owes. The bill is calculated by applying the local tax rate to the property’s assessed value, so homes with higher values generally face larger tax bills. For homeowners in Albany, the median home price is $78,151, and the median property tax bill is $752.00, which is well below the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
What factors affect the final bill?
Several factors can influence the amount due, including the home’s assessed value, local millage rates, and any applicable exemptions. Tax bills can vary widely across the city, with the 25th percentile at $280 and the 75th percentile at $2,237. That spread shows how much location and property characteristics can affect what homeowners pay.
How does this affect homeowners?
A lower tax bill can help keep monthly housing costs more manageable, but homeowners with higher assessed values may still see significant increases over time.
Median Albany Tax Bill
$752
Median Baker County Tax Bill
$753
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Albany, Baker County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31721 | $82 | $280 | $752 | $2,237 | $8,736 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | July 17 |
Links | |
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| Baker Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |