Etowah County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 28,881.
The median annual property tax in Etowah County is $585, which is 14% higher than the Alabama state average and 70% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.36% on a median home value of $160,600. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$585
+14% vs State
-70% vs US
Median Home Value
$160,600
+7% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.36%
+6% vs State
-62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$674
$56/mo
Without Mortgage
$494
$41/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 | $585 +6.2% | 0.36% |
| 2022 | $551 +2.8% | 0.37% |
| 2021 | $536 +2.9% | 0.41% |
| 2020 | $521 +7.4% | 0.42% |
| 2019 | $485 | 0.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,070
per year
Monthly Tax
$49
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Marshall County
Tax: $699/yr Rate: 0.38%
Marion County
Tax: $308/yr Rate: 0.30%
Barbour County
Tax: $415/yr Rate: 0.38%
Randolph County
Tax: $412/yr Rate: 0.22%
Monroe County
Tax: $362/yr Rate: 0.32%
Conecuh County
Tax: $328/yr Rate: 0.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Etowah County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Etowah County is $585 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.36% on a median home value of $160,600.
How does Etowah County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Etowah County are 70% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.36% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Etowah County? ▼
In Etowah County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $674 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $494. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Etowah County? ▼
Property taxes in Etowah County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $53,070. 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.