Fargo, Clinch County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Fargo, Georgia
Median Fargo, Georgia effective property tax rate: 1.33%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Fargo, Georgia home value: $34,890
Median annual Fargo, Georgia tax bill: $400, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Clinch calculated?
Property taxes in Fargo, 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 Fargo's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Fargo, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Fargo, Clinch County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.33%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Fargo Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Fargo property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Fargo's median effective tax rate of 1.33% — based on actual property records in Clinch 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 Fargo'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 Fargo: rates range from 1.33% in 31631 to 1.33% in 31631, 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 Fargo.
About Fargo Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Fargo, Clinch, Georgia
Fargo’s median effective property tax rate of 1.33% is lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Clinch 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 Fargo. Homeowners in the 31631 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.33%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 1.33%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Clinch County. Understanding which part of Fargo you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Fargo homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before the November 15, 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 Fargo, Clinch 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 Fargo'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 Ă· 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 Fargo Tax Rate
1.33%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Clinch County Tax Rate
1.33%
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Fargo, Clinch County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31631 | 0.83% | 1.14% | 1.33% | 1.33% | 1.33% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Fargo, Clinch County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Fargo, 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 Clinch 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 Clinch County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of October.
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 example, the median home price in Fargo is $34,890, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 31631 has the highest median home price at $34,890.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Fargo, Clinch County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$29,764
$42,501
$55,237
Median Fargo Market Value
$34,890
Median Clinch County Market Value
$51,115
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Fargo, Clinch County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31631 | $13,766 | $22,000 | $34,890 | $68,650 | $115,980 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Fargo, Clinch County, Georgia
Property tax bills in Fargo are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. The bill is calculated by applying that rate to the property’s assessed market value, so changes in value or tax rates can affect what a homeowner owes.
For Fargo homeowners, the median home price is $34,890, which helps explain why tax bills can vary widely even within the same area. The typical tax bill falls between $243 at the 25th percentile and $840 at the 75th percentile, while the 90th percentile reaches $1,482. The median tax bill is $400 in zip code 31631, which is also the highest and lowest median tax bill reported for the city.
Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400, Fargo homeowners generally see lower tax bills. Even so, property taxes still affect monthly housing costs and long-term affordability.
Median Fargo Tax Bill
$400
Median Clinch County Tax Bill
$680
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Fargo, Clinch County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31631 | $143 | $243 | $400 | $840 | $1,482 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | November 15 |
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| Clinch Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |