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Georgia Probate Statistics

Compare county-level filing fees, e-filing access, and probate process signals across Georgia. This page is built to help families and law firms spot local cost and workflow differences before opening an estate.

Most recent county verification: June 4, 2026

What This Dataset Helps You See

Use the statewide view to compare counties before you rely on a filing-cost estimate, assume e-filing is available, or choose a county page to research further. Then click through to the county-specific statistics page before filing.

159

Counties with Data

0

High-Quality County Records

17

Counties with E-Filing

0

Counties Requiring E-Filing

Average Filing Fee

$175

County averages are directional only. Always confirm the live county fee schedule before filing.

Filing Fees by County

State-specific fee fields pulled from county probate data

CountyFiling FeeSmall Estate FeeE-FilingCreditor Period
Appling$175—In-person—
Atkinson$175—In-person—
Bacon$175—In-person—
Baker$175—In-person—
Baldwin$175—In-person—
Banks$175—In-person—
Barrow$175—In-person—
Bartow$175—In-person—
Ben Hill$175—In-person—
Berrien$175—In-person—
Bibb$175—In-person—
Bleckley$175—In-person—
Brantley$175—In-person—
Brooks$175—In-person—
Bryan$175—In-person—
Bulloch$175—In-person—
Burke$175—In-person—
Butts$175—In-person—
Calhoun$175—In-person—
Camden$175—In-person—
Candler$175—In-person—
Carroll$175—In-person—
Catoosa$175—In-person—
Charlton$175—In-person—
Chatham$175—In-person—
Chattahoochee$175—In-person—
Chattooga$175—In-person—
Cherokee$175—✓ (Optional)—
Clarke$175—In-person—
Clay$175—In-person—
Clayton$175—✓ (Optional)—
Clinch$175—In-person—
Cobb$175—In-person—
Coffee$175—In-person—
Colquitt$175—In-person—
Columbia$175—In-person—
Cook$175—In-person—
Coweta$175—In-person—
Crawford$175—✓ (Optional)—
Crisp$175—In-person—
Dade$175—In-person—
Dawson$175—In-person—
Decatur$175—In-person—
DeKalb$175—✓ (Optional)—
Dodge$175—In-person—
Dooly$175—In-person—
Dougherty$175—In-person—
Douglas$175—In-person—
Early$175—In-person—
Echols$175—In-person—
Effingham$175—In-person—
Elbert$175—In-person—
Emanuel$175—In-person—
Evans$175—In-person—
Fannin$175—In-person—
Fayette$175—In-person—
Floyd$175—In-person—
Forsyth$175—✓ (Optional)—
Franklin$175—In-person—
Fulton$209—✓ (Optional)—
Gilmer$175—In-person—
Glascock$175—In-person—
Glynn$175—✓ (Optional)—
Gordon$175—In-person—
Grady$175—In-person—
Greene$175—In-person—
Gwinnett$175—In-person—
Habersham$175—In-person—
Hall$175—✓ (Optional)—
Hancock$175—In-person—
Haralson$175—In-person—
Harris$175—In-person—
Hart$175—In-person—
Heard$175—In-person—
Henry$175—✓ (Optional)—
Houston$175—✓ (Optional)—
Irwin$175—In-person—
Jackson$175—In-person—
Jasper$175—In-person—
Jeff Davis$175—In-person—
Jefferson$175—In-person—
Jenkins$175—In-person—
Johnson$175—In-person—
Jones$175—In-person—
Lamar$175—In-person—
Lanier$175—In-person—
Laurens$175—In-person—
Lee$175—In-person—
Liberty$175—In-person—
Lincoln$175—In-person—
Long$175—In-person—
Lowndes$175—✓ (Optional)—
Lumpkin$175—In-person—
Macon$175—In-person—
Madison$175—In-person—
Marion$175—In-person—
McDuffie$175—In-person—
McIntosh$175—In-person—
Meriwether$175—In-person—
Miller$175—In-person—
Mitchell$175—In-person—
Monroe$175—In-person—
Montgomery$175—In-person—
Morgan$175—In-person—
Murray$175—In-person—
Muscogee$175—✓ (Optional)—
Newton$175—In-person—
Oconee$175—In-person—
Oglethorpe$175—In-person—
Paulding$175—In-person—
Peach$175—In-person—
Pickens$175—In-person—
Pierce$175—In-person—
Pike$175—In-person—
Polk$175—In-person—
Pulaski$175—In-person—
Putnam$175—In-person—
Quitman$175—In-person—
Rabun$175—In-person—
Randolph$175—In-person—
Richmond$175—✓ (Optional)—
Rockdale$175—In-person—
Schley$175—In-person—
Screven$175—In-person—
Seminole$175—In-person—
Spalding$175—In-person—
Stephens$175—In-person—
Stewart$175—In-person—
Sumter$175—In-person—
Talbot$175—In-person—
Taliaferro$175—In-person—
Tattnall$175—In-person—
Taylor$175—In-person—
Telfair$175—In-person—
Terrell$175—In-person—
Thomas$175—✓ (Optional)—
Tift$175—In-person—
Toombs$175—In-person—
Towns$175—In-person—
Treutlen$175—In-person—
Troup$175—In-person—
Turner$175—In-person—
Twiggs$175—In-person—
Union$175—✓ (Optional)—
Upson$175—In-person—
Walker$175—In-person—
Walton$175—✓ (Optional)—
Ware$175—In-person—
Warren$175—In-person—
Washington$175—In-person—
Wayne$175—In-person—
Webster$175—In-person—
Wheeler$175—In-person—
White$175—In-person—
Whitfield$175—In-person—
Wilcox$175—In-person—
Wilkes$175—In-person—
Wilkinson$175—✓ (Optional)—
Worth$175—In-person—

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the Georgia probate statistics on this page measure?
This page compares county-level filing fees, e-filing availability, creditor-claim periods, and data coverage so you can see how probate logistics vary across Georgia.
Why do probate costs vary by county within Georgia?
Counties can charge different filing fees, certification fees, and local add-on costs. They can also vary on e-filing rules, hearing logistics, and which simplified procedures are easiest to access.
Should I rely on the state average before I file?
No. Use the averages for comparison, but confirm the exact county page before filing. Probate fees and submission requirements can change, and local clerk instructions control the real filing process.

Information current as of May 31, 2026

This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Probate laws and procedures in Georgia can change. Consult with a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation. Full disclaimer.

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