Lowndes County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 3,217.
The median annual property tax in Lowndes County is $329, which is 36% lower than the Alabama state average and 83% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $80,600. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$329
-36% vs State
-83% vs US
Median Home Value
$80,600
-46% vs State
-62% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
+21% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$343
$29/mo
Without Mortgage
$327
$27/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 | $329 +11.9% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $294 -6.1% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $313 +0.6% | 0.40% |
| 2020 | $311 -6.3% | 0.47% |
| 2019 | $332 | 0.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$35,160
per year
Monthly Tax
$27
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Cullman County
Tax: $457/yr Rate: 0.25%
Washington County
Tax: $357/yr Rate: 0.23%
Walker County
Tax: $357/yr Rate: 0.27%
Lauderdale County
Tax: $697/yr Rate: 0.38%
Bibb County
Tax: $271/yr Rate: 0.20%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,340/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lowndes County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lowndes County is $329 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $80,600.
How does Lowndes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lowndes County are 83% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lowndes County? ▼
In Lowndes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $343 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $327. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lowndes County? ▼
Property taxes in Lowndes County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $35,160. 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.