Monroe, Barrow County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Monroe, Georgia
Median Monroe, Georgia effective property tax rate: 0.98%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Monroe, Georgia home value: $250,743
Median annual Monroe, Georgia tax bill: $2,326, $74 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Barrow calculated?
Property taxes in Monroe, 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 Monroe's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Monroe, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Monroe, Barrow County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,457
$2,280
How Does the Monroe Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Monroe property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Monroe's median effective tax rate of 0.98% — based on actual property records in Barrow 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 Monroe'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 Monroe: rates range from 0.98% in 30656 to 0.98% in 30656, 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 Monroe.
About Monroe Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Monroe, Barrow, Georgia
Monroe’s median effective property tax rate of 0.98% is lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Barrow County levy and local taxing jurisdictions that affect homeowners across the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Monroe. In the 30656 ZIP code, the median effective rate is 0.98%, and the median property tax bill is $2,326. That means location within the city can still shape what you pay, even when the rate is the same across the area.
Monroe homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Assessor's Office before the June 1, 2026 deadline.
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 Monroe, Barrow 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 Monroe'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 Monroe Tax Rate
0.98%
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 Barrow County Tax Rate
0.99%
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Monroe, Barrow County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30656 | 0.40% | 0.91% | 0.98% | 1.00% | 1.01% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Monroe, Barrow County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Monroe, 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 Barrow County appraisal district 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 Barrow 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. For Monroe homeowners, the median home price is $250,743, while the median property tax bill is $2,326. That bill is close to the national median property tax bill of $2,400, even though the national median property tax rate is 1.02%.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Monroe, Barrow County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$250,743
$348,788
$446,832
Median Monroe Market Value
$250,743
Median Barrow County Market Value
$277,881
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Monroe, Barrow County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30656 | $177,921 | $205,438 | $250,743 | $283,944 | $443,476 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Monroe, Barrow County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Monroe are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. The assessed value is typically tied to the market value of the property, and that figure is then multiplied by the applicable tax rate to determine the bill. For homeowners, this means that changes in market value or local tax rates can directly affect how much is owed each year.
With a median home price of $250,743, property taxes can be a significant part of owning a home in Monroe. The median tax bill is $2,326, which is close to the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and above the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Tax bills in the area also vary, with the 25th percentile at $1,893 and the 75th percentile at $2,721, showing how different home values and assessments can lead to different outcomes for homeowners.
Median Monroe Tax Bill
$2,326
Median Barrow County Tax Bill
$2,683
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Monroe, Barrow County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30656 | $760 | $1,893 | $2,326 | $2,721 | $3,821 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | September 1 |
| Due Date #1 | September 15 |
| Due Date #2 | November 15 |
Links | |
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| Barrow Assessor's Office | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |