Who values, who bills, who records in Richmond County
In Richmond County, the Board of Tax Assessors provides uniform fair market values on all taxable property in Richmond County. The Tax Commissioner an elected constitutional officer responsible for billing, collecting, and disbursing property taxes. The Clerk of Superior, State and Juvenile Court the county's Clerk of Superior Court.
One government — with two exceptions
Augusta and Richmond County are one consolidated government, but its charter leaves out Hephzibah and Blythe, which keep their own municipal charters. A property in either town has a municipal layer the rest of the county does not.
Due date and exemption deadline
Augusta's taxes are due November 15, and the last day to apply for a homestead exemption is April 1. The consolidated government's Augusta Maps tool shows property records, sales, and tax data for a parcel.
Authoritative sources
These official resources are starting points for records or public guidance. They do not replace property-specific professional advice.
- Board of Tax Assessors (Richmond County)Assessment.
- Tax Commissioner (Richmond County)Billing and collection.
- Clerk of Superior, State and Juvenile Court (Richmond County)Land records.
- Augusta charter (draft)Consolidation excludes Hephzibah and Blythe.
- Taxes FAQ (Augusta, Georgia)Due date and homestead deadline.
- Augusta MapsProperty records and tax data.
This material is general education. Contract, legal, tax, title, probate, foreclosure, tenant, insurance, safety, and property-condition questions may require qualified professional advice.


