What is the property tax rate in Dothan, AL?

Dothan has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.31%. On a median home valued at $186,600, homeowners pay approximately $579 per year in property taxes.

How does Dothan compare to Houston County?

Dothan's effective rate of 0.31% is equal to the Houston County average of 0.31%. The county-wide median annual tax is $562, while Dothan homeowners pay an estimated $579.

How much are property taxes in Dothan on a $300,000 home?

Based on Dothan's effective rate of 0.31%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $930 per year, or about $78 per month.

Dothan Property Tax Rate

Houston County, Alabama

0.31%effective rate

Dothan is located in Houston County, Alabama. Homeowners in Dothan pay a median of $579 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $186,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.31%. This is roughly in line with the Houston County average of 0.31%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.31%

vs 0.31% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$579

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$186,600

2024 estimate

Population📍

71,118

Dothan, AL

How Dothan Compares

Dothan

0.31%

Houston County Average

0.31%

Alabama Average

0.38%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Dothan

Property taxes in Dothan are collected by Houston County. Tax exemptions available to Houston County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Dothan. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Houston County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$930

$78/month · Rate: 0.31%

Houston County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.