Edison, Clay County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Edison, Georgia
Median Edison, Georgia effective property tax rate: 1.41%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Edison, Georgia home value: $72,549
Median annual Edison, Georgia tax bill: $1,043, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Clay calculated?
Property taxes in Edison, 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 Edison’s property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Edison, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Edison, Clay County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.41%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,023
$949
How Does the Edison Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Edison property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Edison's median effective tax rate of 1.41% — based on actual property records in Clay 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 Edison'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 Edison: rates range from 1.41% in 39846 to 1.41% in 39846, 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 Edison.
About Edison Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Edison, Clay, Georgia
Edison’s median effective property tax rate of 1.41% is lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Clay 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 Edison. Homeowners in the 39846 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.41%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 1.41%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Clay County. Understanding which part of Edison you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Edison homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the July 28, 2025 deadline each year.
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 Edison, Clay 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 Edison'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 Edison Tax Rate
1.41%
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 Clay County Tax Rate
1.50%
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Edison, Clay County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39846 | 0.93% | 0.99% | 1.41% | 1.55% | 1.66% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Edison, Clay County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Edison, 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 Clay 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 Clay County, assessment notices are sent in June each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of June.
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 Edison.
For example, the median home price in Edison is $72,549, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 39846 has the highest median home price at $72,549.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Edison, Clay County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$43,592
$94,436
$145,280
Median Edison Market Value
$72,549
Median Clay County Market Value
$54,155
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Edison, Clay County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39846 | $20,498 | $40,360 | $72,549 | $143,570 | $260,740 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Edison, Clay County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Edison are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by the county and other taxing authorities. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which affects the final bill homeowners receive. For many owners, this means taxes are tied directly to how much the home is worth in the local market.
In Edison, the median home price is $72,549, and the median property tax bill is $1,043 in ZIP code 39846. Bills can vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $626 and the 75th percentile at $1,972, while the 90th percentile reaches $2,621. Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400, Edison homeowners often see lower tax bills, but the amount still depends on the home’s assessed value and local rates.
Median Edison Tax Bill
$1,043
Median Clay County Tax Bill
$1,014
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Edison, Clay County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39846 | $437 | $626 | $1,043 | $1,972 | $2,621 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | July 28 |
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| Clay Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |