When Are Houston County, GA Property Taxes Due in 2026?

Houston County, Georgia real estate property taxes are normally due December 20, according to the Houston County Tax Commissioner. Homeowners in Warner Robins also receive a separate city tax bill, which 41NBC reported is due December 1, 2026, after the city adopted a 10.000 mill rate for 2026.

In Perry, the city announced on October 16, 2026 that it is mailing replacement bills to some eligible homeowners whose bills left off the 2026 Homeowner Tax Relief Grant credit, with replacements expected by October 31. Neighboring Byron, in Peach County, follows the same general December 20 due date for county real estate taxes.

After December 20, Houston County charges interest of 1 percent per month, and a 10 percent penalty applies to taxes not paid within 90 days.

Key Takeaways

•       Houston County real estate and business personal property taxes are normally due December 20 each year, according to the Houston County Tax Commissioner.

•       Houston County charges interest of 1 percent per month after December 20 and a 10 percent penalty on taxes not paid within 90 days; homesteaded property owing less than $500 does not receive the 90 day penalty.

•       Houston County tax bills are mailed to the homeowner, never to the mortgage company.

•       41NBC reported that Warner Robins city tax bills for 2026 were to be mailed before October 20 and are due December 1, at a 10.000 mill rate, up from 8.953 in 2024 and 2025.

•       The 2026 Homeowner Tax Relief Grant reduces assessed value by up to $18,000 for qualifying homesteads and appears as a reduction on the bill.

•       Peach County real estate taxes, which cover neighboring Byron, are generally due December 20.

What is the Houston County property tax due date for 2026?

The Houston County Tax Commissioner's FAQ states that taxes for real estate and business personal property are normally due December 20 of each year. The office's site did not show a separate 2026 due date notice when reviewed for this article, so December 20, 2026 is the date to plan around for the county bill. Mobile and manufactured homes follow a different schedule and are due April 1.

The December 20 county date applies to real estate across Houston County, including Perry, Centerville, Bonaire, Kathleen and the Houston County portion of Warner Robins. City residents may receive a separate city bill, and the due date on that bill can be different.

Houston County late payment schedule

The penalty schedule is steep relative to a short delay. Interest begins the day after December 20, and at 90 days the 10 percent penalty and the possibility of a recorded lien come into play. A recorded fi.fa. is a lien on the property, the kind of item that surfaces in a title search. For Houston County owners planning to sell in early 2027, a paid 2026 bill keeps the title clean.

When is the Warner Robins city tax bill due?

Warner Robins issues its own city property tax bill. 41NBC reported on September 22, 2026 that the city set its 2026 millage rate at 10.000 mills, compared with 8.953 mills in 2024 and 2025, and that bills were to be sent before October 20 with payment due December 1. The report noted that individual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions and changes in property value.

Because the city bill is due earlier than the county bill, Warner Robins homeowners are working with two dates this year: December 1 for the city and December 20 for Houston County. Parts of Warner Robins sit in Peach County, and the 41NBC report referenced separate rollback rate comparisons for Houston County and Peach County properties.

Why is Perry reissuing some 2026 tax bills?

The City of Perry announced on October 16, 2026 that the Homeowner Tax Relief Grant credit was inadvertently excluded from some city tax bills. The city reviewed the bills, corrected the affected accounts, and is mailing replacement bills, expected to arrive by October 31, 2026. Bills that already show an HTRG Credit line are not affected and will not be replaced. The city's notice did not list a payment due date for the replacement bills; questions go to Perry Customer Service at 478-988-2740.

The grant itself is a state program. The Georgia Department of Revenue states that the 2026 grant gives qualifying homesteads an $18,000 reduction in assessed value, shown as a reduction on the tax bill rather than as a check. It applies to homesteads claimed by the April 1 deadline. Rental property does not qualify, and local bills must include a notice that the reduction comes from the state.

•       Look for the HTRG Credit line on any 2026 Perry, Warner Robins or Houston County bill for a homestead.

•       If a homestead bill shows no credit, call the issuing office before paying.

•       Rentals and second homes will not show the credit.

Does my mortgage company get my Houston County tax bill?

No. The Houston County Tax Commissioner states that tax bills are mailed to the homeowner, never to the mortgage company, and that owners must forward the bill to their mortgage company if necessary.

For homeowners with an escrow account, the loan servicer typically pays the bill from escrow, but the bill itself still comes to the house. It is worth checking the Tax Commissioner's online search and pay system after the due date to confirm the payment posted, especially in the first year after a purchase or a refinance, when servicer records are newest.

What are the 2026 property tax due dates across Houston County and neighboring Byron?

Due dates depend on which county and city bills apply to the property.

2026 property tax due dates by area

The common thread is December 20 for county real estate taxes on both sides of the county line. The exception that catches people is Warner Robins, where the city bill comes due almost three weeks earlier. Owners in Perry should also look closely at whether their city bill includes the HTRG credit. Anyone unsure which bills apply to a parcel can check with the Houston County or Peach County Tax Commissioner before the deadline.

Do I have to pay my 2026 property taxes before selling my house in Houston County?

Unpaid Houston County taxes accrue interest after December 20 and can lead to a 10 percent penalty and a recorded tax fi.fa. after 90 days, so the status of the bill matters at closing.

When I list a home in Warner Robins or Perry between October and February, I ask sellers to confirm whether the 2026 county and city bills have been paid, by them or by their servicer. Taxes are settled as part of closing, but a bill that has slipped past its due date adds interest and paperwork that a clean file avoids.

If you are selling a rental, remember that the 2026 Homeowner Tax Relief Grant does not apply to rental property, so its bill will not show the credit.

Who pays the property tax bill the year I buy a house in Houston County?

Houston County mails tax bills to the homeowner of record, never to the mortgage company, so a new buyer should watch for the bill and confirm it is paid.

For clients who close on a home in Bonaire, Kathleen or Centerville late in the year, I recommend checking the Tax Commissioner's site in late December to see that the bill posted as paid, whether the seller, the closing, or your servicer handled it. A new escrow account is the most common place for a payment to fall through the cracks.

Then file your homestead exemption so your 2027 bill reflects it, and so you are positioned for any future Homeowner Tax Relief Grant credit.

Frequently Asked Questions

When are Houston County, GA property taxes due?

The Houston County Tax Commissioner states that real estate and business personal property taxes are normally due December 20 each year. Mobile and manufactured homes are due April 1. The office did not post a separate 2026 due date notice when reviewed for this article.

What is the penalty for paying Houston County property taxes late?

Houston County charges interest of 1 percent per month after December 20. A 10 percent penalty applies to taxes not paid within 90 days of the deadline. Homesteaded property with a tax liability under $500 does not receive the 90 day penalty.

Can Houston County place a lien for unpaid property taxes?

Yes. After 90 days, unpaid taxes are subject to a tax fi.fa., a lien, being recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Superior Court. Homesteaded property owing less than $500 is exempt from the 90 day penalty but still accrues interest.

When is the Warner Robins city property tax bill due in 2026?

41NBC reported that Warner Robins city tax bills for 2026 were to be mailed before October 20 and are due December 1. The city adopted a 10.000 mill rate for 2026, compared with 8.953 mills in 2024 and 2025. The city bill is separate from the Houston County bill.

Why did Perry, GA send a second tax bill in 2026?

The City of Perry announced on October 16, 2026 that the Homeowner Tax Relief Grant credit was left off some tax bills. Replacement bills were expected to arrive by October 31, 2026. Bills that already showed an HTRG Credit line were not affected.

What is the 2026 Homeowner Tax Relief Grant in Georgia?

The Georgia Department of Revenue states that the 2026 grant reduces assessed value by $18,000 for qualifying homesteads. It appears as a reduction on the property tax bill rather than as a check. Homesteads claimed by the April 1 deadline qualify, and rental property does not.

Does Houston County send my tax bill to my mortgage company?

No. The Houston County Tax Commissioner states that tax bills are mailed to the homeowner and never to the mortgage company. Homeowners must forward the bill to their mortgage company if necessary.

When are property taxes due in Byron, GA?

Byron is in Peach County, where real estate and business personal property taxes are generally due by December 20. Mobile and modular homes in Peach County are due April 1. City bill dates for Byron should be confirmed with the city.

Why did my Warner Robins tax bill change in 2026?

Warner Robins adopted a 10.000 mill rate for 2026, up from 8.953 mills in 2024 and 2025, according to 41NBC. Individual bills also depend on assessed value, exemptions and changes in property value. Homeowners can compare the millage, value and exemptions lines on this year's bill with last year's.

When are manufactured home taxes due in Houston County?

Mobile and manufactured home taxes in Houston County are due April 1 of each year, according to the Houston County Tax Commissioner. This differs from the December 20 date for real estate. Owners of both a site built home and a manufactured home in Houston County may have two different due dates.

How do I check whether my Houston County property tax bill was paid?

The Houston County Tax Commissioner's website offers a Search and Pay Taxes link for looking up bills. Homeowners with escrow accounts can use it to confirm that the servicer's payment posted. The office can also be reached by phone with questions.

About the Author

William Walton-Dean is a licensed REALTOR® with Walton Dean Realty, operating under Real Broker LLC, serving buyers and sellers across Houston County, Georgia, including Perry, Warner Robins, Bonaire, Kathleen, Byron, and the surrounding Middle Georgia housing market. He brings a data-driven, hyper-local approach to both residential and commercial transactions, working with first-time buyers, move-up sellers, investors, and families relocating to the area, including those tied to Robins Air Force Base. Drawing on a prior career as a C-level executive, he helps buyers and sellers at every price point make clear, confident decisions backed by real market insight.

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Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not tax or legal advice. Confirm your bill amounts and due dates with the Houston County Tax Commissioner, the Peach County Tax Commissioner or your city.