Each year, the DeKalb County Tax Commissioner’s Office collaborates with the tax levying authorities (DeKalb County Government, DeKalb County School District and local municipalities) in a joint effort to create and generate the annual tax bill. DeKalb’s tax digest was approved by the Department of Revenue on July 27, 2020.

Approved senior or special exemptions, which are set by state and local laws are processed by the tax office, will also be reflected on the tax bills.

What you need to know:

  • DeKalb County property tax bills were mailed Aug. 14.
  • Tax bills reflect computed assessment based on multiple elements: millage rates set by the governing authorities, the fair market values determined by the DeKalb Tax Assessor, and the state assessment valuation of 40%.
  • Taxpayers should be aware that in any tax year your tax bill could be higher due to an increase in the fair market value of your DeKalb property, but can be offset by tax savings (E-Host & exemptions).
  • To avoid long lines, please pay tax bills online, by dropbox, or by mail before the due dates.
  • Taxpayers should carefully review their assessment notices that were mailed in late May 2020 to determine if the value of their DeKalb property changed.
  • Property owners have two installment due dates this year, the first is Sept. 30 and the second is Nov. 16, 2020. Property owners looking to pay the entire tax bill must ensure it is postmarked by Sept. 30 to avoid any late fees.
  • Please note, if properties have a higher assessed value then taxes will also increase.
  • Questions about assessed values should be directed to the DeKalb County Tax Assessor at dekalbcountyga.gov/property-appraisal or by calling 404-371-0841.
  • Questions about payment and exemptions should be directed to the tax office at www.dekalbtax.org or call 404-298-4000