Arlington, Baker County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Arlington, Georgia
Median Arlington, Georgia effective property tax rate: 0.94%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Arlington, Georgia home value: $162,760
Median annual Arlington, Georgia tax bill: $1,282, lower by $1,118 than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Baker calculated?
Property taxes in Arlington, 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 Arlington's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Arlington, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Arlington, Baker County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.94%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,530
$1,420
How Does the Arlington Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Arlington property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Arlington's median effective tax rate of 0.94% — 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 Arlington'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 Arlington: rates range from 0.94% in 39813 to 0.94% in 39813, 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 Arlington.
About Arlington Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Arlington, Baker, Georgia
Arlington’s median effective property tax rate of 0.94% 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 levies that affect homeowners across the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Arlington. Homeowners in the 39813 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.94%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 0.94%. This reflects how local taxing jurisdictions are drawn across Baker County, and it can still affect your annual tax bill. Arlington’s median property tax bill is $1,282, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Arlington homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Baker County Tax Assessor before the July 17, 2025 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill 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 Arlington, 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 Arlington'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 Arlington Tax Rate
0.94%
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 Arlington, Baker County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39813 | 0.42% | 0.67% | 0.94% | 0.97% | 0.97% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Baker County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Arlington, 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 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 Arlington.
For example, the median home price in Arlington is $162,760, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 39813 has the highest median home price at $162,760.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Baker County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$68,490
$115,625
$162,760
Median Arlington Market Value
$162,760
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 Arlington, Baker County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39813 | $26,140 | $54,977 | $162,760 | $491,018 | $810,883 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Arlington, Baker County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Arlington are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price. Local taxing authorities apply the county’s tax rate to that assessed value to determine the annual bill. For homeowners, that means a higher assessment can lead to a larger tax bill even if the home has not been sold.
In Arlington, the median home price is $162,760, and the typical property tax bill is $1,282. That figure is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and also below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills can vary widely across the city, with the 25th percentile at $480 and the 75th percentile at $2,714. At the high end, the 90th percentile reaches $5,842.
Factors that affect the final bill include the home’s assessed value and the local tax rate. For homeowners, this can make property taxes a major part of annual housing costs.
Median Arlington Tax Bill
$1,282
Median Baker County Tax Bill
$753
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Arlington, Baker County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39813 | $243 | $480 | $1,282 | $2,714 | $5,842 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | July 17 |
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| Baker Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |