BBDN PROPERTY TAX INTELLIGENCE | FULTON COUNTY PROPERTY TAX GUIDE
Fulton County Property Taxes 2026: Rates, Bills, Due Dates and Exemptions
Fulton County commissioners adopted an unchanged 8.87-mill general fund rate on October 7, 2026. That does not include Fulton County Schools or any city property-tax levy. The county says temporary county bills were due October 15 and no additional county bills will be sent because its rate remained unchanged.
COUNTY RATE ADOPTED | Last verified October 18, 2026
What homeowners need to know: If your bill appears higher even though the county rate stayed flat, the answer can involve assessed value, exemptions, separate school and city rates, or tax districts. Fulton County and Fulton County Schools are separate taxing authorities. Never add every city rate together: only the city whose boundary actually contains the parcel applies.
2026 property tax status
| 2026 COUNTY GENERAL FUND | 8.87 mills |
|---|---|
| Decision | Adopted October 7 |
| School district | 18.080 mills proposed; not final |
| County bill | Temporary bill due October 15; county says no additional county bill |
Quick answer: what is actually changing?
Fulton County commissioners adopted an unchanged 8.87-mill general fund rate on October 7, 2026. That does not include Fulton County Schools or any city property-tax levy. The county says temporary county bills were due October 15 and no additional county bills will be sent because its rate remained unchanged.
Who sets the pieces of your bill?
Fulton County commissioners set the general fund rate. Fulton County Schools sets its own levy, and incorporated municipalities may charge their own city tax. The Board of Tax Assessors determines values and exemptions, while the Tax Commissioner handles county tax billing. Your mailed city and school obligations may be separate.
What happened with temporary bills in 2026?
Because of the tax digest process, Fulton issued temporary bills earlier in the year. After adopting the same 8.87 rate in October, the county announced that no additional county bills would be issued. This statement should not be misread as a guarantee that a separate city or school levy has no effect.
How to estimate county taxes
One mill equals $1 per $1,000 in taxable assessed value. A hypothetical $500,000 home assessed at 40% of market value produces $200,000 before exemptions. Multiplying $200,000 by 8.87 and dividing by 1,000 gives $1,774 for this COUNTY GENERAL FUND component only. This is not the full tax bill and is not an assessment estimate for any specific home.
How to check a specific parcel
Use the official Fulton Board of Assessors property search to verify assessed value and exemptions; use the official Tax Commissioner to confirm payment status and the applicable rates. The mailing city or ZIP code by itself is not reliable proof of the actual city tax jurisdiction.
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 Fulton County's 2026 property-tax rate?
The county general fund millage was adopted at 8.87 mills on October 7, 2026. Separate school, city and other applicable levies can be part of a full bill.
Were Fulton County property taxes increased for 2026?
The nominal county general fund rate remained at 8.87 mills. It was above the rollback rate, so official notices describe a tax increase relative to that benchmark. The bill for an individual parcel can move differently.
Are Fulton County Schools taxes included in 8.87 mills?
No. Fulton County Schools sets a separate millage rate. Its 18.080-mill proposal was pending final action as of October 18, 2026.
What happened to Fulton County temporary tax bills?
The county said 2026 temporary bills were due October 15, 2026, and announced no additional county bills would follow its unchanged millage adoption.
How do I look up or pay my Fulton property taxes?
Visit the Fulton County Tax Commissioner official portal rather than using an unofficial payment link. For assessed valuation, consult the Fulton County Board of Assessors.
Is an Alpharetta mailing address always taxed by the City of Alpharetta?
Not necessarily. Check the legal parcel and actual municipal boundaries, because mailing-city names and taxing districts can differ.
More property tax questions homeowners ask
How do I appeal my 2026 Fulton County property assessment?
Appeal through the Fulton County Board of Assessors within 45 days of the assessment notice date and follow the deadline printed on your notice. You appeal a valuation or assessment issue, not the final dollar amount of your tax bill.
What changed for Fulton County senior school-tax exemptions in 2026?
Fulton County announced new relief for certain qualifying Fulton County Schools district homesteads: 25% of assessed value for eligible owners age 65 or older and 50% at age 70 or older, subject to conditions including having held a homestead exemption for at least five of the previous six years. Similar but distinct rules apply inside Atlanta Public Schools.
When is the Fulton County homestead exemption deadline?
The regular deadline for current-year homestead relief is April 1. Fulton County reported an additional 2026 filing opportunity during the 45-day assessment appeal period for eligible owners who met January 1 ownership requirements. Check the Board of Assessors for your parcel and tax year.
What happens if my Fulton County assessment appeal is still open when taxes are due?
The county says you may receive a temporary bill while the appeal is pending. Pay it by the applicable deadline to avoid penalties; a later bill adjustment follows the final appeal value.
Official guidance: Fulton Board of Assessors FAQs, exemptions, appeals, and Alpharetta city taxes. Verify the latest parcel-specific rules.