Lauderdale County Property Tax Rate

Alabama

0.38%effective rate

Lauderdale County, Alabama has an effective property tax rate of 0.38%, which is 59% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $200,300, homeowners pay approximately $757 per year in property taxes. Lauderdale County ranks #20 out of 67 counties in Alabama for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$757

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$200,300

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

1.21%

Median income: $62,649

State Rank📍

#20

of 67 counties in AL

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$814

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$689

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Lauderdale County pay on average $125 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Lauderdale County Compares

Lauderdale County
0.38%
Alabama Average
0.38%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Alabama

Jefferson
0.59%
Greene
0.55%
Macon
0.50%
Lee
0.48%
Mobile
0.47%
Shelby
0.44%
Sumter
0.43%
Calhoun
0.42%

Historical Property Tax Trends

YearMedian TaxMedian Home ValueEffective Rate
2020$608$149,5000.41%
2021$646$154,8000.42%
2022$692$174,8000.40%
2023$697$185,8000.38%
2024$757$200,3000.38%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates

Alabama Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Lauderdale 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

Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property tax in Lauderdale County

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$50k$2M

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,140

$95/month · Rate: 0.38%

Quick Facts

Population95,830
Owner-Occupied60.2%
National Rank#2968 of 3,135
Median Income$62,649

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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.