Henry County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 5,407.
The median annual property tax in Henry County is $506, which is 1% lower than the Alabama state average and 74% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $147,800. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$506
-1% vs State
-74% vs US
Median Home Value
$147,800
-1% vs State
-30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
+0% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$642
$54/mo
Without Mortgage
$422
$35/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 | $506 +8.6% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $466 +4.0% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $448 +2.3% | 0.36% |
| 2020 | $438 +3.3% | 0.37% |
| 2019 | $424 | 0.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,135
per year
Monthly Tax
$42
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Chilton County
Tax: $478/yr Rate: 0.34%
Geneva County
Tax: $382/yr Rate: 0.32%
Autauga County
Tax: $564/yr Rate: 0.28%
Franklin County
Tax: $432/yr Rate: 0.34%
Marengo County
Tax: $397/yr Rate: 0.38%
Cullman County
Tax: $457/yr Rate: 0.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Henry County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Henry County is $506 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $147,800.
How does Henry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Henry County are 74% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Henry County? ▼
In Henry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $642 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $422. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Henry County? ▼
Property taxes in Henry County represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $60,135. 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.