Average Tax Assessment in Clayton County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Clayton County, Georgia
Clayton County has 78,857 properties with a cumulative value of $11.0B, making up 1.37% of all real estate value in Georgia. Property taxes in Clayton County totaled $139.4M, with an average homeowner paying $1,780 in property taxes compared to the state average of $2,360. The average property tax rate in Clayton County is 1.27%, while the state average is 1.00%. Property taxes are based on the assessed value of the property, which is typically lower than the market value.
The property tax timeline in Georgia begins on January 1st, when the property values are assessed. Property value notices are then issued between April and July, and property owners have 30 to 45 days after the notices are mailed to file an appeal. Finally, property tax bills are issued on September 1st.
Updated November 01, 2023
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Clayton Clerk of Court | (770) 477-3395 |
| Clayton Treasurer | (563) 245-1807 |
| City of Riverdale Tax | (770) 909-5501 |
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Property Valuation Date: | January 1st |
| Property Value Notices Issued: | April - July |
| Property Tax Appeal Deadline: | 30 to 45 days after notices mailed |
| Property Tax Bills Issued: | September 1st |
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (1st of #): | May - December, Varies by jurisdiction, Fulton County - October 15th |
| Available Exemptions | |
|---|---|
| Senior | Available |
| Disabled | Available |
| Homestead | Available |
| Veteran | Available |
| Solar/Wind | Not Available |
| Charitable | Available |
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Real Estate Statistics in Clayton County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Clayton County
Clayton County has an average property tax rate of 1.27%, which is slightly lower than the average rate for the state of Georgia. This rate is applied to all property owners in the county, regardless of the city in which they live. However, there is some variation in effective property tax rates across the cities in Clayton County. The city of Atlanta has the highest effective property tax rate at 1.45%, while the city of Riverdale has the lowest effective property tax rate at 1.13%. This means that property owners in Atlanta will pay more in property taxes than those in Riverdale. Overall, Clayton County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state, making it an attractive option for those looking to purchase property in the area.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Clayton County. The tax assessment value may differ from the potential sale value, and is used to calculate the property tax for each piece of real estate.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $68,301 | $90,675 | $124,000 | $154,300 | $192,900 |
| Conley | $66,730 | $73,800 | $89,600 | $120,250 | $144,470 |
| Ellenwood | $108,300 | $140,900 | $165,900 | $195,000 | $223,900 |
| Fayetteville | $148,500 | $164,000 | $181,400 | $203,450 | $226,200 |
| Forest Park | $58,770 | $68,500 | $81,300 | $97,800 | $119,200 |
| Hampton | $112,847 | $149,800 | $176,500 | $209,950 | $243,800 |
| Jonesboro | $84,800 | $107,400 | $139,500 | $178,900 | $218,600 |
| Morrow | $74,400 | $96,200 | $116,000 | $139,425 | $183,700 |
| Rex | $103,500 | $119,300 | $143,000 | $166,200 | $195,150 |
| Riverdale | $78,500 | $99,100 | $121,450 | $143,800 | $167,600 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Clayton County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $736 | $1,221 | $1,785 | $2,300 | $2,915 |
| Conley | $520 | $842 | $1,231 | $1,730 | $2,161 |
| Ellenwood | $993 | $1,651 | $2,283 | $2,773 | $3,287 |
| Fayetteville | $1,225 | $2,021 | $2,498 | $2,928 | $3,278 |
| Forest Park | $409 | $705 | $999 | $1,278 | $1,581 |
| Hampton | $1,195 | $1,795 | $2,430 | $2,995 | $3,514 |
| Jonesboro | $834 | $1,268 | $1,809 | $2,427 | $3,085 |
| Morrow | $598 | $1,018 | $1,548 | $2,013 | $2,640 |
| Rex | $972 | $1,533 | $1,967 | $2,382 | $2,836 |
| Riverdale | $640 | $845 | $1,323 | $1,842 | $2,248 |
Effective Property Tax Rate
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the property tax bill by the assessed value. For the percentiles below, the calculation is performed using the percentiles for property tax bill and assessed value above. Therefore, each consecutive percentile doesn't necessarily show a larger value.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 1.08% | 1.35% | 1.44% | 1.49% | 1.51% |
| Conley | 0.78% | 1.14% | 1.37% | 1.44% | 1.50% |
| Ellenwood | 0.92% | 1.17% | 1.38% | 1.42% | 1.47% |
| Fayetteville | 0.82% | 1.23% | 1.38% | 1.44% | 1.45% |
| Forest Park | 0.70% | 1.03% | 1.23% | 1.31% | 1.33% |
| Hampton | 1.06% | 1.20% | 1.38% | 1.43% | 1.44% |
| Jonesboro | 0.98% | 1.18% | 1.30% | 1.36% | 1.41% |
| Morrow | 0.80% | 1.06% | 1.33% | 1.44% | 1.44% |
| Rex | 0.94% | 1.28% | 1.38% | 1.43% | 1.45% |
| Riverdale | 0.82% | 0.85% | 1.09% | 1.28% | 1.34% |
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Real Estate Values in Clayton County
The median home price in Clayton County, Georgia has remained relatively stable from October 2022 to October 2023, with a slight decrease of 0.02%. The home inventory in Clayton County has also increased slightly from 732 in October 2022 to 755 in October 2023. This indicates that the housing market in Clayton County is relatively stable, with no major changes in home prices or inventory.
Average Home Value in Clayton County, Georgia
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Clayton County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Clayton County
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Mortgage Rates in Clayton County
Mortgages in Clayton County are a major source of financing for homeowners. According to the latest data, there is a total of $6.2 billion in outstanding loan amounts across home mortgages in the county. This is spread across 39,000 outstanding loans, representing a significant portion of the total home value in the area.
The median mortgage rate in Clayton County varies across cities, with Riverdale having the highest rate at 5.86%, while Hampton has the lowest rate at 4.7%. This variation in rates across cities can have a significant impact on the cost of financing a home in the county. Homeowners should take the time to compare rates across cities to ensure they are getting the best deal on their mortgage.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Clayton County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $34,720 | $51,778 | $82,898 | $126,335 | $172,778 |
| Conley | $25,197 | $42,904 | $67,255 | $96,087 | $125,563 |
| Ellenwood | $48,725 | $67,044 | $88,657 | $136,963 | $183,270 |
| Fayetteville | $50,036 | $65,092 | $85,767 | $134,042 | $183,517 |
| Forest Park | $19,164 | $33,878 | $52,713 | $89,233 | $138,679 |
| Hampton | $52,535 | $72,133 | $110,324 | $170,144 | $218,194 |
| Jonesboro | $36,083 | $57,304 | $86,420 | $139,366 | $194,776 |
| Morrow | $29,678 | $46,908 | $73,758 | $118,468 | $162,893 |
| Rex | $36,184 | $54,682 | $79,203 | $127,144 | $170,824 |
| Riverdale | $27,067 | $46,259 | $68,618 | $100,921 | $148,009 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Clayton County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 3.42% | 4.02% | 5.25% | 6.74% | 7.79% |
| Conley | 3.49% | 4.37% | 5.74% | 6.89% | 8.06% |
| Ellenwood | 3.59% | 4.25% | 5.66% | 6.61% | 7.72% |
| Fayetteville | 3.40% | 4.00% | 5.62% | 6.94% | 7.88% |
| Forest Park | 3.10% | 3.98% | 5.77% | 6.98% | 7.88% |
| Hampton | 3.00% | 3.75% | 4.70% | 6.15% | 7.11% |
| Jonesboro | 3.10% | 3.94% | 5.25% | 6.67% | 7.68% |
| Morrow | 3.20% | 4.07% | 5.50% | 6.72% | 7.71% |
| Rex | 3.42% | 4.19% | 5.38% | 6.80% | 7.66% |
| Riverdale | 3.31% | 4.30% | 5.86% | 7.02% | 8.00% |
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