What is the property tax rate in Athens, AL?

Athens has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.36%. On a median home valued at $253,700, homeowners pay approximately $925 per year in property taxes.

How does Athens compare to Limestone County?

Athens's effective rate of 0.36% is 12% higher than the Limestone County average of 0.32%. The county-wide median annual tax is $900, while Athens homeowners pay an estimated $925.

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

Based on Athens's effective rate of 0.36%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,080 per year, or about $90 per month.

Athens Property Tax Rate

Limestone County, Alabama

0.36%effective rate

Athens is located in Limestone County, Alabama. Homeowners in Athens pay a median of $925 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $253,700, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.36%. This is 12% higher than the Limestone County average of 0.32%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.36%

vs 0.32% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$925

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$253,700

2024 estimate

Population📍

27,474

Athens, AL

How Athens Compares

Athens

0.36%

Limestone County Average

0.32%

Alabama Average

0.38%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Athens

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,080

$90/month · Rate: 0.36%

Limestone 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.