Huntsville Property Tax Rate

Madison County, Alabama

0.48%effective rate

Huntsville is located in Madison County, Alabama. Homeowners in Huntsville pay a median of $1,259 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $263,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.48%. This is 20% higher than the Madison County average of 0.40%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.48%

vs 0.40% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,259

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$263,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

218,814

Huntsville, AL

How Huntsville Compares

Huntsville
0.48%
Madison County Average
0.40%
Alabama Average
0.38%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Madison County

Compare property tax rates for 2 cities in Madison County, Alabama.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Madison$1,8070.49%
Huntsville$1,2590.48%

About Property Taxes in Huntsville

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,440

$120/month · Rate: 0.48%

Madison County Property Taxes

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Alabama 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.