Macon County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 4,634.
The median annual property tax in Macon County is $468, which is 8% lower than the Alabama state average and 76% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $95,700. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$468
-8% vs State
-76% vs US
Median Home Value
$95,700
-36% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.49%
+44% vs State
-48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$546
$46/mo
Without Mortgage
$406
$34/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 | $468 +8.8% | 0.49% |
| 2022 | $430 +10.8% | 0.46% |
| 2021 | $388 -1.8% | 0.46% |
| 2020 | $395 +6.8% | 0.48% |
| 2019 | $370 | 0.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$45,951
per year
Monthly Tax
$39
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Lauderdale County
Tax: $697/yr Rate: 0.38%
Henry County
Tax: $506/yr Rate: 0.34%
Marengo County
Tax: $397/yr Rate: 0.38%
Coffee County
Tax: $615/yr Rate: 0.34%
Clay County
Tax: $326/yr Rate: 0.23%
Lee County
Tax: $1,183/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Macon County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Macon County is $468 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $95,700.
How does Macon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Macon County are 76% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Macon County? ▼
In Macon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $546 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $406. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Macon County? ▼
Property taxes in Macon County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $45,951. 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.