Georgia property tax expemption for diabled person

Homeowners and renters are missing out on millions of dollars in tax relief. Use the resources below to learn more.

Georgia Program Overview

Property Tax-Aide features three property tax relief programs in Georgia: Homestead Exemption for 65+, Disabled Veteran/Surviving Spouse Exemption, and the Standard Homestead Exemption. Some counties have increased the amounts of their homestead exemptions by local legislation above the amounts offered by the State. Generally, the exemptions offered by the county are more beneficial to the homeowner.

The information on this page is updated as new information becomes available by the relevant tax agencies.

Homestead Exemption for 65+

Eligible taxpayers 65 years of age or over receive an exemption of $4,000 from all state and county property taxes. Through local option, counties may increase the amount of the exemption. For example, Fulton County provides a $50,000 homestead exemption for residents over the age of 65 with no income requirement.

Eligibility

• Eligible applicants must be at least 65 years old
• They must also occupy their property as a primary residence
• Income of the owner and their spouse must not exceed $10,000 for the prior year. The income requirement excludes income from retirement sources, pensions, and disability payments up to the maximum amount allowed to be paid to an individual and spouse under Social Security. This amount is $87,048 for 2023. Local taxing jurisdictions may establish additional eligibility criteria based on age or income.

Application Deadline

Applications can be filed year-round but must be submitted on or before April 1st in order to apply for the current tax year.