Cherokee County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 8,324.
The median annual property tax in Cherokee County is $643, which is 26% higher than the Alabama state average and 67% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $165,900. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$643
+26% vs State
-67% vs US
Median Home Value
$165,900
+11% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.39%
+15% vs State
-59% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$745
$62/mo
Without Mortgage
$538
$45/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 | $643 +7.3% | 0.39% |
| 2022 | $599 +10.1% | 0.38% |
| 2021 | $544 +2.6% | 0.39% |
| 2020 | $530 +6.4% | 0.38% |
| 2019 | $498 | 0.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,769
per year
Monthly Tax
$54
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Clay County
Tax: $326/yr Rate: 0.23%
Conecuh County
Tax: $328/yr Rate: 0.32%
Bullock County
Tax: $309/yr Rate: 0.39%
St. Clair County
Tax: $666/yr Rate: 0.30%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,340/yr Rate: 0.60%
Walker County
Tax: $357/yr Rate: 0.27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cherokee County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cherokee County is $643 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $165,900.
How does Cherokee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cherokee County are 67% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cherokee County? ▼
In Cherokee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $745 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $538. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cherokee County? ▼
Property taxes in Cherokee County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $50,769. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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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.