Butler County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 4,968.
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $342, which is 33% lower than the Alabama state average and 82% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $99,700. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$342
-33% vs State
-82% vs US
Median Home Value
$99,700
-33% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
+0% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$460
$38/mo
Without Mortgage
$283
$24/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $342 +8.6% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $315 +5.7% | 0.33% |
| 2021 | $298 +0.3% | 0.32% |
| 2020 | $297 -8.6% | 0.30% |
| 2019 | $325 | 0.34% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,881
per year
Monthly Tax
$29
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Henry County
Tax: $506/yr Rate: 0.34%
Lowndes County
Tax: $329/yr Rate: 0.41%
Elmore County
Tax: $563/yr Rate: 0.26%
Lamar County
Tax: $245/yr Rate: 0.22%
Lee County
Tax: $1,183/yr Rate: 0.50%
Autauga County
Tax: $564/yr Rate: 0.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Butler County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $342 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $99,700.
How does Butler County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County are 82% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Butler County? ▼
In Butler County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $460 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $283. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Butler County? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $44,881. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.