What is the property tax rate in Alabama?

Alabama has an effective property tax rate of 0.38%, ranking it #50 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $788 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in Alabama?

Property taxes in Alabama are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (0.38%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in Alabama has the lowest property taxes?

Among Alabama's 67 counties, Winston County has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does Alabama have a homestead exemption?

Yes, Alabama offers several property tax exemptions including: General Homestead, Over 65, Disabled Veteran. See the exemptions section above for details.

Alabama Property Tax Rate

67 Counties

0.38%effective rate

Alabama has an effective property tax rate of 0.38%, ranking it #50 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Alabama pays $788 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $209,900. This rate is 59% lower than the national average of 0.92%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

0.38%

#50 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$788

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$209,900

2024 estimate

Total Counties📍

Population: 5,086,768

Property Tax Rates by County in Alabama

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Jefferson County	0.59%	$1,409	$240,000
#2	Greene County	0.55%	$444	$81,200
#3	Macon County	0.50%	$509	$102,000
#4	Lee County	0.48%	$1,252	$262,200
#5	Mobile County	0.47%	$888	$190,700
#6	Shelby County	0.44%	$1,423	$326,100
#7	Sumter County	0.43%	$359	$82,600
#8	Calhoun County	0.42%	$653	$156,600
#9	Barbour County	0.41%	$462	$112,900
#10	Bullock County	0.41%	$332	$81,700
#11	Dallas County	0.41%	$392	$94,600
#12	Montgomery County	0.41%	$702	$171,900
#13	Colbert County	0.40%	$678	$171,000
#14	Madison County	0.40%	$1,185	$299,200
#15	Chambers County	0.39%	$523	$135,800
#16	Escambia County	0.39%	$530	$136,500
#17	Etowah County	0.39%	$645	$167,100
#18	Lowndes County	0.39%	$337	$86,300
#19	Cherokee County	0.38%	$688	$179,700
#20	Lauderdale County	0.38%	$757	$200,300

How Alabama Compares

Alabama

0.38%

National Average

0.92%

Neighboring States

Calculate Your Property Tax in Alabama

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State

County

Home Value

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Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,140

$95/month · Rate: 0.38%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

0.38%

Alabama Property Tax Exemptions

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General Homestead

Up to $4,000 in assessed value exempt from state taxes

Primary residence owners

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Over 65

Up to $5,000 in assessed value exempt from state and county taxes

Homeowners age 65 or older

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Disabled Veteran

100% exemption from property taxes

Veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability

Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.

When Are Property Taxes Due in Alabama?

Alabama property taxes are due statewide on October 1 and can be paid without penalty through December 31; they become delinquent on January 1. Bills are administered by each county Revenue Commissioner, but the due/delinquent dates are set by state law.

Annual payment

October 1

Delinquent January 1

If you pay late: After December 31 the taxes are delinquent and accrue interest and fees, and unpaid parcels move toward a tax sale (typically advertised in April and sold in May).

See how Alabama compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.

Nearby States

Florida

0.76%

Georgia

0.77%

Mississippi

0.72%

Tennessee

0.50%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.