Limestone County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 31,015.
The median annual property tax in Limestone County is $782, which is 53% higher than the Alabama state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $255,100. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$782
+53% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$255,100
+70% vs State
+21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
-9% vs State
-67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$838
$70/mo
Without Mortgage
$626
$52/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 | $782 +6.5% | 0.31% |
| 2022 | $734 +12.2% | 0.32% |
| 2021 | $654 +11.8% | 0.35% |
| 2020 | $585 +4.8% | 0.35% |
| 2019 | $558 | 0.35% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$83,534
per year
Monthly Tax
$65
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Hale County
Tax: $406/yr Rate: 0.32%
Houston County
Tax: $534/yr Rate: 0.30%
DeKalb County
Tax: $458/yr Rate: 0.34%
Baldwin County
Tax: $881/yr Rate: 0.31%
Chilton County
Tax: $478/yr Rate: 0.34%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,343/yr Rate: 0.45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Limestone County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Limestone County is $782 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $255,100.
How does Limestone County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Limestone County are 59% 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 Limestone County? ▼
In Limestone County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $838 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $626. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Limestone County? ▼
Property taxes in Limestone County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $83,534. 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.