Blount County Property Tax Rate
Alabama
Blount County, Alabama has an effective property tax rate of 0.30%, which is 67% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $175,200, homeowners pay approximately $523 per year in property taxes. Blount County ranks #48 out of 67 counties in Alabama for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 24.8% while home values gained 29.5%.
$523
Per year
$175,200
2024 estimate
0.81%
Median income: $64,190
#48
of 67 counties in AL
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$591
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$447
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Blount County pay on average $144 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Blount County Compares
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Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Blount County rose 24.8% (from $419 to $523), while the median home value climbed 29.5%. The effective tax rate fell from 0.31% to 0.30% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $419 | $135,300 | 0.31% |
| 2021 | $416 | $138,100 | 0.30% |
| 2022 | $464 | $159,800 | 0.29% |
| 2023 | $508 | $169,700 | 0.30% |
| 2024 | $523 | $175,200 | 0.30% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Alabama Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Blount County homeowners
General Homestead
Up to $4,000 in assessed value exempt from state taxes
Primary residence owners
Over 65
Up to $5,000 in assessed value exempt from state and county taxes
Homeowners age 65 or older
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.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
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$75/month · Rate: 0.30%
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Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.