Newton County Tax Commissioner

09/02/2026

📬 2026 PROPERTY TAX BILLS HAVE BEEN MAILED!

The Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office is pleased to announce that 2026 property tax bills have been mailed and are now available online for viewing and payment!

💻 You don’t have to wait for your bill to arrive in the mail.
Visit www.newtoncountytax.com today to:

✅ View your 2026 property tax bill
✅ Make a payment online
✅ Begin making partial payments toward your balance

📅 IMPORTANT: NEW PROPERTY TAX DEADLINE

Beginning with the 2026 tax year, the annual property tax due date has changed from December 20 to November 15.

Because November 15 falls on a Sunday this year, taxpayers may make their payment through Monday, November 16, 2026, without penalties or interest being charged.

🏠 HOMEOWNERS: LOOK FOR YOUR HTRG CREDIT

Eligible homeowners will see a Homeowner Tax Relief Grant (HTRG) credit applied to their 2026 property tax bill.

Because of this state legislature approved and funded credit, most homesteaded property owners will see a reduction in their 2026 property tax bill compared to last year.

The amount of the HTRG credit varies depending on the taxing jurisdiction where the property is located and the applicable millage rates.

The HTRG credit is separate from your regular Homestead or Senior Exemptions and is a one-time credit for the 2026 tax year.

💰 DON’T WAIT UNTIL NOVEMBER!

Payments are being accepted NOW, and partial payments are always accepted. Taxpayers who would benefit from spreading their payments out are encouraged to start early.

📍 Payment Options:
💻 Online
📬 By Mail
🏢 In Person at either Tax Commissioner’s Office location

👉 View or pay your bill: www.newtoncountytax.com

Questions about your tax bill or payment? Contact the Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office at 770-784-2020.

09/01/2026

🇺🇸 LABOR DAY OFFICE CLOSURE 🇺🇸

The Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office will be CLOSED Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.

Both our Main Office and Westside Office will be closed. We will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, September 8.

💻 PROPERTY TAXES
Property tax bills can be viewed and paid online while our offices are closed at www.newtoncountytax.com.

🚗 MOTOR VEHICLE SERVICES
Many motor vehicle services remain available online. Eligible vehicle registration renewals can also be completed at one of our Newton County Self-Service Tag Kiosks:

📍 Kroger – 5341 Hwy 20 South, Covington
📍 Kroger – 3139 Hwy 278 NE, Covington

🔎 Need another kiosk location?
Visit the Georgia Department of Revenue’s Self-Service Tag Kiosk page:
https://dor.georgia.gov/georgia-self-service-tag-kiosk

Although our offices will be closed, these convenient options remain available throughout the Labor Day holiday.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day! 🇺🇸

08/31/2026

📢 REMINDER: TAX SALE TOMORROW – SEPTEMBER 1

The Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office will conduct its next Tax Sale tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
🕤 Registration: Begins at 9:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Newton County Administration Building, Room 103A
1113 Usher Street, Covington, GA 30014

🏠 View the current list of properties scheduled for sale:
https://newtoncountytax.com/tax-sale-listing/

⚠️ Please note: The list of properties is subject to change. Properties may be removed from the sale if delinquent taxes and applicable costs are paid prior to the sale.

We encourage anyone interested in participating to review the available properties and tax sale information in advance.

🚨 REMINDER: PROPERTY TAX SALE – TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 🚨

The Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office will conduct its next Property Tax Sale on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

If your property is scheduled for tax sale, time is running out to resolve your delinquent property taxes and avoid the sale of your property.

📅 Tax Sale Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
📍 Location: Newton County Administration Building
🕤 Registration Begins: 9:30 a.m.

🏠 VIEW THE CURRENT TAX SALE PROPERTY LIST:
https://newtoncountytax.com/tax-sale-listing/

The list is updated as properties are removed from the sale. Anyone interested in attending or bidding should check the list regularly for the most current information.

⚠️ Property owners with parcels scheduled for sale are strongly encouraged to contact our office as soon as possible. Properties may be removed from the tax sale when the delinquent taxes and required costs are paid before the sale.

For additional property tax information and online services, visit www.newtoncountytax.com.

Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office
Working to serve the citizens of Newton County.

08/28/2026

🏡 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN ACTION

Last night, Tax Commissioner Brent Bennett had the pleasure of speaking with residents of the Fairview Estates HOA as part of our office’s ongoing commitment to community engagement, education, and outreach.

During the meeting, Commissioner Bennett discussed the role of the Tax Commissioner’s Office, our goals for serving Newton County taxpayers, recent office improvements and changes, and important information regarding 2026 property tax billing.

We believe that providing excellent service goes beyond the walls of our offices. It also means getting out into the community, answering questions, sharing information, and helping taxpayers better understand the services we provide.

📣 Would you like us to speak to your neighborhood or organization?

The Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office welcomes opportunities to speak at HOA meetings, neighborhood gatherings, civic organizations, community events, and other local meetings. We can provide information about property taxes, motor vehicle services, office initiatives, upcoming changes, and answer general questions from your members.

If your organization would like to invite Tax Commissioner Bennett or a member of our team to an upcoming event, please reach out to our office to schedule a presentation.

We look forward to continuing to connect with and serve the Newton County community!

08/27/2026

Are you interested in serving your community? Come see the Newton County Board of Elections and Registration at RL Cousins community center on Thursday, September 10, to receive information on working as a poll worker.

For any questions contact them at...
Phone: 770-784-2055
Email: [email protected]

08/24/2026

🚨 REMINDER: PROPERTY TAX SALE – TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 🚨

The Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office will conduct its next Property Tax Sale on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

If your property is scheduled for tax sale, time is running out to resolve your delinquent property taxes and avoid the sale of your property.

📅 Tax Sale Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
📍 Location: Newton County Administration Building
🕤 Registration Begins: 9:30 a.m.

🏠 VIEW THE CURRENT TAX SALE PROPERTY LIST:
https://newtoncountytax.com/tax-sale-listing/

The list is updated as properties are removed from the sale. Anyone interested in attending or bidding should check the list regularly for the most current information.

⚠️ Property owners with parcels scheduled for sale are strongly encouraged to contact our office as soon as possible. Properties may be removed from the tax sale when the delinquent taxes and required costs are paid before the sale.

For additional property tax information and online services, visit www.newtoncountytax.com.

Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office
Working to serve the citizens of Newton County.

08/12/2026

🎉 WE DID IT — 1,000 FOLLOWERS! 🎉

THANK YOU, NEWTON COUNTY!

We are excited to announce that the Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office has officially reached 1,000 followers!

When we set this goal, our purpose was about much more than simply reaching a number. We wanted to create another way to communicate directly with our taxpayers and keep our community informed about important tax deadlines, motor vehicle services, office updates, changes in the law, and other information that impacts you.

Thanks to YOU, we reached our goal! 💙💚

Every follow, like, comment and share helps us reach more people throughout Newton County — and we sincerely appreciate your support.

But we’re not stopping at 1,000!

📲 FOLLOW our page to stay informed.
👍 LIKE our posts to help us reach more taxpayers.
🔄 SHARE important information with your family, friends and neighbors.

Our commitment remains the same: providing excellent customer service while making government information easier to understand and more accessible to the people we serve.

Thank you for helping us reach 1,000 followers!

Here’s to the next 1,000! 🎉

Newton County Tax Commissioner’s Office
Keeping Newton County Informed, One Post at a Time.

08/07/2026

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08/05/2026

🚨 Property Tax Sale Notice – September 1, 2026 🚨

The Newton County Tax Commissioner's Office will conduct its next Property Tax Sale on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

A tax sale is conducted to collect delinquent property taxes as required by Georgia law. Property owners with delinquent taxes are encouraged to contact our office immediately to discuss their account before the sale date.

Did You Know?

Before any property is offered for tax sale, Georgia law requires the property to be advertised in the county's legal organ. In Newton County, tax sale advertisements are published in the Covington News, the county's official legal organ. Property owners are encouraged to review these legal notices and contact our office immediately if they see their property listed.

Tax Sale Information

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
🕤 Registration Begins: 9:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Newton County Administrative Building
1113 Usher Street, Suite 103A
Covington, GA 30014

If you have received delinquent tax notices—or if your property has been advertised for tax sale—please contact our office as soon as possible. Waiting until the day of the sale may significantly limit the options available to resolve your account.

For more information about the tax sale process, please visit our Tax Sales webpage:

https://newtoncountytax.com/property_tax/tax-sales/

Our goal is to work with property owners whenever possible to resolve delinquent taxes before a tax sale becomes necessary. If you have questions about your account, please contact our office today.

08/03/2026

🚗 Skip the Line with Georgia MV Express Kiosks! 🚗

The Georgia Department of Revenue continues to expand and modernize its Georgia MV Express Self-Service Kiosk Program, making it easier than ever for Georgians to renew their vehicle registrations.

Did you know? The Newton County Tax Commissioner's Office is proud to participate in this program by offering two convenient self-service kiosks right here in Newton County!

📍 Kroger – Highway 278
📍 Kroger – Highway 20/Salem Road

With the kiosks, eligible customers can:
✅ Renew their vehicle registration in minutes
✅ Print their registration and decal on the spot
✅ Skip the trip to the office
✅ Take advantage of extended grocery store hours

Whether you're running errands or shopping for groceries, renewing your tag has never been more convenient!

To learn more about kiosk eligibility or to find a kiosk near you, visit:
🌐 www.newtoncountytax.com

Thank you to the Georgia Department of Revenue for continuing to invest in convenient service options for Georgia taxpayers.

Georgia’s self-service kiosk program is moving forward! 🚗

DOR is now live with i3 Verticals, the kiosk freeze has been lifted, and a new online search page makes it easier to find a kiosk near you.

Visit dor.georgia.gov/georgia-self-service-tag-kiosk to learn more.