Jefferson County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 171,343.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $1,340, which is 162% higher than the Alabama state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $224,900. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,340
+162% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$224,900
+50% vs State
+6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
+76% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,448
$121/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,116
$93/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 | $1,340 +4.5% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $1,282 +11.6% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $1,149 +8.6% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $1,058 +2.4% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $1,033 | 0.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,589
per year
Monthly Tax
$112
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Lawrence County
Tax: $459/yr Rate: 0.30%
Blount County
Tax: $508/yr Rate: 0.30%
Montgomery County
Tax: $598/yr Rate: 0.37%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,343/yr Rate: 0.45%
St. Clair County
Tax: $666/yr Rate: 0.30%
Washington County
Tax: $357/yr Rate: 0.23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $1,340 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $224,900.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,448 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,116. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $64,589. 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.