Putnam County Georgia Tax Commissioner

09/09/2026

My fellow Putnamaniacs,

Starting today, you can renew your registrations, pay insurance lapse fines, and renew your drivers' licenses at tag kiosks across the state. You can find a kiosk using the locator linked on our website - https://dor.georgia.gov/georgia-self-service-tag-kiosk

The closest to this Office is at the Lake Oconee Publix grocery store. The kiosk is located in the exit lobby, so it is only accessible during Publix business hours. But for those of you who live near Lake Oconee, this option, though it requires an additional processing fee to cover the kiosk maintence and site rent, can save you tons of time fighting traffic all the way to town. (They charge a 2.5% processing fee for credit/debit cards AND a flat $4.95 for Drivers Licenses and $3.95 for Motor Vehicle transactions.)

The kiosk provides a printed decal on the spot, so there is no waiting for the mail and hoping that it gets where it's going.

Those of you near Lake Sinclair have not been forgotten. Recent fiscal issues have postponed plans to install a kiosk in the Kroger supermarket. That seemed the best location for the south side of the county, since Putnam doesn't have a retail partner (like Kroger or Publix) on the southside for a kiosk.

We have plans to erect another kiosk inside Putnam - One that is located outdoors and accessible 24 hrs a day. There, you will be able to pay property taxes and other select bills in addition to tags and insurance lapses. This improvement is probably still at least a year out from realization - The handshake has been made, but nothing is on paper, yet.

In the meantime, this kiosk at Publix will serve you well.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us.
O: (706)485-5441
E: [email protected]
W: PutnamGaTax.com

09/03/2026

However you decide to celebrate this weekend, please try to be safe.

If that doesn't work out, know that we will work with you so you can pay your taxes in addition to your medical bills - Just call us and set up a Payment Plan!

The Putnam County Georgia Tax Commissioner's Office wishes you and yours a happy, fun, and safe Labor Day.

09/03/2026

08/25/2026

Understanding Putnam County’s Sales Ratio Study

How accurate are property assessments in Putnam County?

Each year, the Georgia Department of Audits & Accounts conducts an independent Sales Ratio Study to compare county property assessments with property sales and state-reviewed values.

For 2024, Putnam County’s Sales Ratio was 40.01 which is closely aligned with the state benchmark of 40.00.

This result reflects the continued work of the Putnam County Tax Assessor’s Office, led by Chief Appraiser Chuck Anglin, to maintain accurate property valuations and meet Georgia’s statutory valuation requirements.

We’re sharing this information to help residents better understand how property values are reviewed and how Putnam County’s assessments compare with the state’s findings.

🔎 Want to learn more? View the Georgia Department of Audits & Accounts Sales Ratio Studies here:
https://www.audits2.ga.gov/reports/search/?search=sales+ratio&reportTypes=102

08/06/2026

Please welcome the newest addition to the Putnam County Georgia Tax Commissioner's Office - Mrs. Jennifer Fuller!

Jennifer is a customer service savant, and we are both proud and excited to have her on the team.

Come on down and let her solve a tag, tax, or title problem for you!

07/04/2026

HAPPY 250th AMERICA!!!

07/01/2026

🇺🇸 The countdown is on! 🇺🇸

Join us on Friday, July 3, 2026 for Putnam County’s America 250 Drone Show as we celebrate 250 years of our nation’s history with an unforgettable evening of music, community, and patriotic spirit.

🕖 Gates Open: 7:00 PM
✨ Drone Show Begins: At Dark

🎵 A DJ will provide musical entertainment leading up to the drone show.

🌟 Glow sticks will be provided for children while supplies last.

🍿 The Recreation Department concession stand will be open with snacks and refreshments available for purchase.

🍧 Kona Ice will be on site with snow cones available for purchase.

We look forward to celebrating this historic milestone with you!

06/25/2026

Thank a lineman!

In the aftermath of the recent storms and storm damage, the Putnam County Tax Commissioner's Office wants to thank all the people who worked tirelessly to clear roads, restore power and services, and keep us all safe.

Thank you linemen, 1st responders, road crews, and good Samaritans!

Get your today!

https://mvd.dor.ga.gov/motor/plates/PlateDetails.aspx?PlateCode=GY

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

“It doesn't take a hero to order men into battle. It takes a hero to be one of those men who goes into battle.” - General H. Norman Schwarzkopf

05/20/2026

Soon you will all be receiving your annual Notices of Assessment from the Tax Assessor’s office. Yet again this year your Assessment Notices are going to look a bit different than what you've seen in the past.

Historically, in addition to the assessed Fair Market Value, the Assessment Notices included an estimate of your property tax amount. This was a rough estimate because the Assessment Notices are required to be sent BEFORE the annual tax rates are set by the County, City, and School. Enough people found this confusing that they changed the law. So, starting this year, you will instead see an Estimated Tax Savings Amount. In the simplest possible terms, it is the amount your bill will be reduced because of your Tax Exemptions like your Homestead, etc. Neither the Assessment Notice nor the Estimated Tax Savings Amount will include any sales tax roll-back amounts. We will calculate that later in the year and include it on your property tax bills.

Check the accuracy of the assessment to ensure your property valuation is correct. You have limited time to appeal the assessment and request any corrections. You do this with the Board of Assessors via the Tax Assessors office. Once the appeal period is over, there is no other opportunity to try to amend the taxable value of your proprty. There is information on how to appeal on your Assessment Notice and on their website https://qpublic.net/ga/putnam/ . You can also visit them on the 1st floor of the courthouse or call them at (706)485-6376.

In July and August, the Board of Commissioners, City Council, and Board of Education will run advertisements in the newspaper and host several public meetings to discuss millage rates. This is when you have an opportunity to hear what is going on and participate in the process of setting the millage rates. Once set by the local authorities and submitted to the State Department of Revenue, the rates are fixed for the entire tax year. Your annual tax bill is the result of applying the tax (millage) rate to the taxable value minus any sales tax reductions.

If you appeal the value on the Assessment Notice, and the appeal is not settled prior to billing on (or before) October 1st, you will receive a bill for 85% of the assessed value. You will have 60 days to pay this bill. Once the appeal is settled, you will receive an additional bill for whatever additional tax amount, if any, you owe above the originally-billed 85%. Again, you will have 60 days to pay this. (Unless you’re really lucky and get a refund instead of a second bill!)

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, we are happy to help. Just give us a call, check out our website ( www.PutnamGaTax.com ), or swing by and pay us a visit.