BBDN PROPERTY TAX INTELLIGENCE | ALPHARETTA | FULTON COUNTY
Alpharetta Property Tax 2026: Millage Rate, Exemptions and City Bills
The City of Alpharetta lists a 5.750-mill total municipal rate for the 2026 tax year: 5.050 mills for maintenance and operations plus 0.700 mills for voter-approved bond debt. The city proposed keeping the same nominal rate, but its notice discusses an increase relative to the lower rollback rate. Confirm the final adopted resolution when available.
CITY LISTS 5.750 MILLS | Last verified October 18, 2026
What homeowners need to know: Alpharetta collects its city property tax separately from Fulton County. Most residents also have separate Fulton County and Fulton County Schools obligations. Your mailing address alone does not prove the parcel lies within the City of Alpharetta's municipal boundaries.
2026 property tax status
| City total listed | 5.750 mills |
|---|---|
| Operations | 5.050 mills |
| Bonds | 0.700 mills |
| Rollback comparison | City advertises 6.50% for M&O above rollback |
Quick answer: what is actually changing?
The City of Alpharetta lists a 5.750-mill total municipal rate for the 2026 tax year: 5.050 mills for maintenance and operations plus 0.700 mills for voter-approved bond debt. The city proposed keeping the same nominal rate, but its notice discusses an increase relative to the lower rollback rate. Confirm the final adopted resolution when available.
Why does the city call it an increase if the rate stays the same?
The advertised 6.50% refers to the M&O levy relative to its rollback calculation, not a 6.50% increase in the nominal rate or necessarily in every individual tax bill.
Alpharetta homestead benefits
The city lists a basic $45,000 assessed-value homestead exemption, a floating provision limiting certain taxable-value increases, and senior exemptions subject to eligibility. Tax savings depend on how each exemption applies to the municipal portion.
What the city rate does not include
The 5.750 mills is the city total, not the entire property-tax burden. Fulton County and Fulton County Schools set other levies. Check the official bill and exemptions by taxing authority.
Where to pay
Alpharetta provides a property-tax account and payment link from its official website. Use that instead of unfamiliar third-party payment pages.
Compare county and city taxes
Different governments set different millage rates. Start with the Metro Atlanta Property Tax Rate Tracker and use the guides below to understand individual components.
Official records and verification
BBDN distinguishes proposed rates, advertised maximums, adopted rates, and final tax bills. These sources control the figures above; check the linked agency for changes after the verification date.
Information is educational, not a tax assessment, valuation opinion, legal advice or tax advice. Actual bills depend on the parcel’s taxing authorities, assessment, exemptions, special districts and final legally adopted rates. BBDN Newsroom is a local editorial resource.
Frequently asked questions
What is Alpharetta's 2026 city tax rate?
The city lists 5.750 mills, split into 5.050 mills for M&O and 0.700 mills for bonds. Review the official final levy resolution for adoption status.
Is Alpharetta raising property taxes?
The proposed nominal rate stays the same, while the advertised M&O rate exceeds the rollback rate by 6.50%.
Does Alpharetta collect its own property taxes?
Yes. Alpharetta says it bills and collects the municipal portion, while the county administers its separate levies.
Is the 5.750 millage my full bill?
No. County, schools and other applicable property-tax components are separate.
What is the Alpharetta homestead exemption?
The city describes a basic $45,000 assessed-value homestead exemption and additional floating and senior benefits for eligible residents.
Does every Alpharetta postal address pay Alpharetta city taxes?
No. Verify the actual municipality and parcel tax district rather than relying on a USPS city name.
More homeowner property tax questions
When are Alpharetta city property taxes due?
The City of Alpharetta publishes city tax billing and due dates on its official property-tax website. Follow the date printed on your current city bill. Fulton County and school taxes may have separate notices and deadlines.
Where do I pay my Alpharetta city property-tax bill?
Use the City of Alpharetta’s official payment options for city taxes. Check the tax authority printed on each bill; county and school taxes are not the same as Alpharetta city taxes.
How do I apply for an Alpharetta homestead exemption?
Alpharetta has city homestead exemptions for eligible owner-occupied primary residences. Check the city’s Homestead Exemption Offerings, along with Fulton County’s exemption portal, for applications and deadlines that apply to your parcel.
Can I appeal an Alpharetta property assessment?
Yes. Valuation appeals for Fulton County parcels go through the Fulton County Board of Assessors, generally within 45 days of the assessment notice. A valuation appeal does not challenge a city-approved millage rate.
Official references: Fulton County assessment FAQs, homestead exemptions, appeals.