Cullman County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 26,376.
The median annual property tax in Cullman County is $457, which is 11% lower than the Alabama state average and 76% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.25% on a median home value of $180,500. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$457
-11% vs State
-76% vs US
Median Home Value
$180,500
+21% vs State
-15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.25%
-26% vs State
-74% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$514
$43/mo
Without Mortgage
$381
$32/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 | $457 +10.4% | 0.25% |
| 2022 | $414 +14.7% | 0.25% |
| 2021 | $361 +1.7% | 0.25% |
| 2020 | $355 +1.7% | 0.26% |
| 2019 | $349 | 0.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,916
per year
Monthly Tax
$38
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Morgan County
Tax: $674/yr Rate: 0.35%
Covington County
Tax: $358/yr Rate: 0.25%
Monroe County
Tax: $362/yr Rate: 0.32%
Dallas County
Tax: $413/yr Rate: 0.42%
Wilcox County
Tax: $309/yr Rate: 0.37%
Tuscaloosa County
Tax: $754/yr Rate: 0.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cullman County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cullman County is $457 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.25% on a median home value of $180,500.
How does Cullman County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cullman County are 76% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cullman County? ▼
In Cullman County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $514 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $381. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cullman County? ▼
Property taxes in Cullman County represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $60,916. 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.