Jackson County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 15,898.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $449, which is 12% lower than the Alabama state average and 77% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $145,800. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$449
-12% vs State
-77% vs US
Median Home Value
$145,800
-3% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
-9% vs State
-67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$528
$44/mo
Without Mortgage
$378
$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 | $449 +1.8% | 0.31% |
| 2022 | $441 +14.0% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $387 +8.4% | 0.34% |
| 2020 | $357 +5.3% | 0.33% |
| 2019 | $339 | 0.32% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,454
per year
Monthly Tax
$37
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Clay County
Tax: $326/yr Rate: 0.23%
Butler County
Tax: $342/yr Rate: 0.34%
Coffee County
Tax: $615/yr Rate: 0.34%
Colbert County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.37%
Covington County
Tax: $358/yr Rate: 0.25%
Marshall County
Tax: $699/yr Rate: 0.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $449 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $145,800.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 77% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.31% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $528 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $378. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $49,454. 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.