Clarke County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 5,994.
The median annual property tax in Clarke County is $388, which is 24% lower than the Alabama state average and 80% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $126,400. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$388
-24% vs State
-80% vs US
Median Home Value
$126,400
-16% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
-9% vs State
-67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$477
$40/mo
Without Mortgage
$334
$28/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 | $388 +1.6% | 0.31% |
| 2022 | $382 +11.0% | 0.30% |
| 2021 | $344 +10.6% | 0.30% |
| 2020 | $311 -4.0% | 0.29% |
| 2019 | $324 | 0.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,167
per year
Monthly Tax
$32
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
DeKalb County
Tax: $458/yr Rate: 0.34%
Lee County
Tax: $1,183/yr Rate: 0.50%
Henry County
Tax: $506/yr Rate: 0.34%
Bullock County
Tax: $309/yr Rate: 0.39%
Macon County
Tax: $468/yr Rate: 0.49%
Lamar County
Tax: $245/yr Rate: 0.22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clarke County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clarke County is $388 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $126,400.
How does Clarke County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clarke County are 80% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.31% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clarke County? ▼
In Clarke County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $477 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $334. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clarke County? ▼
Property taxes in Clarke County represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $49,167. 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.