Butler, Taylor County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Butler, Georgia
Median Butler, Georgia effective property tax rate: 0.85%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Butler, Georgia home value: $88,300
Median annual Butler, Georgia tax bill: $792, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Taylor calculated?
Property taxes in Butler, 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 Butler's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Butler, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Butler, Taylor County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.85%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$751
$696
How Does the Butler Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Butler property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Butler's median effective tax rate of 0.85% — based on actual property records in Taylor 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 Butler'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 Butler: rates range from 0.85% in 31006 to 0.85% in 31006, 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 Butler.
About Butler Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Butler, Taylor, Georgia
Butler’s median effective property tax rate of 0.85% is lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Taylor 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 Butler. Homeowners in the 31006 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.85%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 0.85%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Taylor County. Understanding which part of Butler you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Butler homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before June 15, 2026.
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 Butler, Taylor 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 Butler'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 Butler Tax Rate
0.85%
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 Taylor County Tax Rate
0.85%
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Butler, Taylor County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31006 | 0.53% | 0.74% | 0.85% | 1.20% | 1.26% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Butler, Taylor County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Butler, 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 Taylor County tax office 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 Taylor 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 Butler.
For example, the median home price in Butler is $88,300, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 31006 has the highest median home price at $88,300.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Butler, Taylor County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$82,055
$107,928
$133,800
Median Butler Market Value
$88,300
Median Taylor County Market Value
$89,600
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Butler, Taylor County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31006 | $17,866 | $39,304 | $88,300 | $179,535 | $315,340 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Butler, Taylor County, Georgia
Butler property tax bills are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. For homeowners in Butler, the size of the bill depends on the assessed value, any exemptions that may apply, and the tax rates set by local taxing authorities in Taylor County.
With a median home price of $88,300, property taxes can have a noticeable effect on monthly housing costs. The 25th percentile tax bill is $326, while the 75th percentile is $1,519 and the 90th percentile reaches $2,427, showing how much bills can vary from one homeowner to another.
The median tax bill in the area is $792, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and also below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. For homeowners, that means the final bill can be relatively modest, but it still depends on how the property is assessed and whether the home qualifies for any tax relief.
Median Butler Tax Bill
$792
Median Taylor County Tax Bill
$812
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Butler, Taylor County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31006 | $145 | $326 | $792 | $1,519 | $2,427 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 15 |
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| Taylor Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |