Jefferson County Property Tax Rate
Alabama
Jefferson County, Alabama has an effective property tax rate of 0.59%, which is 36% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $240,000, homeowners pay approximately $1,409 per year in property taxes. Jefferson County ranks #1 out of 67 counties in Alabama for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 33.2% while home values gained 45.5%. The county's largest city with its own tax profile is Birmingham, where the median annual bill is $930.
$1,409
Per year
$240,000
2024 estimate
2.12%
Median income: $66,388
#1
of 67 counties in AL
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$1,532
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$1,184
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Jefferson County pay on average $348 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Jefferson County Compares
Top Counties in Alabama
Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Jefferson County rose 33.2% (from $1,058 to $1,409), while the median home value climbed 45.5%. The effective tax rate fell from 0.64% to 0.59% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,058 | $165,000 | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $1,149 | $176,900 | 0.65% |
| 2022 | $1,282 | $208,900 | 0.61% |
| 2023 | $1,340 | $224,900 | 0.60% |
| 2024 | $1,409 | $240,000 | 0.59% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Alabama Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Jefferson 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
$1,770
$148/month · Rate: 0.59%
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Explore property tax data for 6 cities in Jefferson County, Alabama.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | $930 | 0.67% |
| Hoover | $2,355 | 0.60% |
| Vestavia Hills | $3,798 | 0.77% |
| Homewood | $3,174 | 0.63% |
| Trussville | $1,779 | 0.51% |
| Bessemer | $876 | 0.67% |
Frequently Asked Questions
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.