Fayette County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 4,731.
The median annual property tax in Fayette County is $347, which is 32% lower than the Alabama state average and 82% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.29% on a median home value of $121,200. Property taxes represent 0.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$347
-32% vs State
-82% vs US
Median Home Value
$121,200
-19% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.29%
-15% vs State
-69% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$381
$32/mo
Without Mortgage
$324
$27/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 | $347 +7.8% | 0.29% |
| 2022 | $322 +3.9% | 0.29% |
| 2021 | $310 +6.5% | 0.32% |
| 2020 | $291 +9.4% | 0.31% |
| 2019 | $266 | 0.30% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,733
per year
Monthly Tax
$29
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Franklin County
Tax: $432/yr Rate: 0.34%
Morgan County
Tax: $674/yr Rate: 0.35%
Etowah County
Tax: $585/yr Rate: 0.36%
Barbour County
Tax: $415/yr Rate: 0.38%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,340/yr Rate: 0.60%
DeKalb County
Tax: $458/yr Rate: 0.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fayette County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fayette County is $347 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.29% on a median home value of $121,200.
How does Fayette County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fayette County are 82% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fayette County? ▼
In Fayette County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $381 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $324. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fayette County? ▼
Property taxes in Fayette County represent approximately 0.7% of the median household income of $50,733. 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.