Hale County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 4,267.
The median annual property tax in Hale County is $406, which is 21% lower than the Alabama state average and 79% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.32% on a median home value of $126,300. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$406
-21% vs State
-79% vs US
Median Home Value
$126,300
-16% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.32%
-6% vs State
-66% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$496
$41/mo
Without Mortgage
$337
$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 | $406 +15.0% | 0.32% |
| 2022 | $353 +1.4% | 0.32% |
| 2021 | $348 +0.9% | 0.39% |
| 2020 | $345 +3.9% | 0.38% |
| 2019 | $332 | 0.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$41,325
per year
Monthly Tax
$34
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Houston County
Tax: $534/yr Rate: 0.30%
Escambia County
Tax: $485/yr Rate: 0.40%
Lowndes County
Tax: $329/yr Rate: 0.41%
Pike County
Tax: $403/yr Rate: 0.27%
Lee County
Tax: $1,183/yr Rate: 0.50%
Tuscaloosa County
Tax: $754/yr Rate: 0.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hale County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hale County is $406 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.32% on a median home value of $126,300.
How does Hale County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hale County are 79% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hale County? ▼
In Hale County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $496 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $337. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hale County? ▼
Property taxes in Hale County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $41,325. 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.