Property Taxes in Dallas, Georgia

Learn more about Property Taxes in Dallas Georiga

Property taxes in Dallas, Georgia, are a key aspect of homeownership and contribute significantly to the local government's revenue. Here's an overview of how property taxes work in Dallas:

  1. Payment Services: The City of Dallas offers online payment services for property owners to conveniently pay their property taxes .

  2. Tax Due Dates: In Paulding County, where Dallas is located, property taxes are typically due and payable by November 15 of each year.

  3. Property Tax Records: Property owners can access their tax records and make payments online. It's important to use only the house number and street name when looking up taxes online.

  4. Local Government Revenue: Property taxes are a significant source of revenue for local governments in Georgia. They fund various public services, including education, infrastructure, and public safety.

  5. Ad Valorem Tax System: Property taxes in Dallas, as in the rest of Georgia, are based on the ad valorem tax system. This means the tax is based on the property's assessed value.

PAULDING COUNTY TAX EXEMPTIONS


One of the benefits of moving to Paulding County, GA and retiring is that at the age of 65 half of your school general and school bond category taxes are removed.  It tiers up and all of your school general and school bond category taxes are removed by age 68.  On top of your Homestead Exemption this will cut your taxes down by more than 50%.

State Veteran's Disability

This is a set exemption in all tax categories. In order to qualify, you must have 100% service-connected disability, be compensated at 100% due to unemployability, or be a disabled veteran as defined by O.C.G.A. § 48-5-48. When applying you must provide a letter from the Veteran’s Administration indicating the effective date of the Veteran’s 100% service-connected disability.

State Surviving Spouse

This is an exemption in all tax categories. In order to qualify, you must be the un-remarried surviving spouse or minor child(ren) of a member of the U.S. armed forces killed in any war or conflict or died as a result of service-connected injury or illness (as defined in O.C.G.A. § 48-5-52.1) and are receiving spousal benefits from the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs. When applying you must provide a letter from the Secretary of Defense evidencing the un-remarried surviving spouse or minor child(ren) is receiving spousal benefits as a result of the death of their spouse.

State Surviving Spouse of a Peace Officer or Firefighter Killed in the Line of Duty

This is an exemption for the full value of the homestead. In order to qualify, you must be the un-remarried surviving spouse of a peace officer or firefighter killed in the line of duty. When applying you must provide a copy of the death certificate and documentation from the municipality evidencing the Firefighter or Peace Officer was killed in the line of duty.


This information was provided by the Paulding County Tax Commissioners office.
For specific tax rates, exemptions, and other detailed information, it is advisable to contact the Paulding County Tax Commissioner's Office or visit their official website.