Marengo County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 5,258.
The median annual property tax in Marengo County is $397, which is 22% lower than the Alabama state average and 79% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $103,400. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$397
-22% vs State
-79% vs US
Median Home Value
$103,400
-31% vs State
-51% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
+12% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$501
$42/mo
Without Mortgage
$344
$29/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 | $397 -0.3% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $398 +8.7% | 0.40% |
| 2021 | $366 +1.1% | 0.41% |
| 2020 | $362 +16.4% | 0.44% |
| 2019 | $311 | 0.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,205
per year
Monthly Tax
$33
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Lee County
Tax: $1,183/yr Rate: 0.50%
Henry County
Tax: $506/yr Rate: 0.34%
Franklin County
Tax: $432/yr Rate: 0.34%
Jackson County
Tax: $449/yr Rate: 0.31%
Hale County
Tax: $406/yr Rate: 0.32%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,340/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Marengo County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Marengo County is $397 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $103,400.
How does Marengo County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Marengo County are 79% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Marengo County? ▼
In Marengo County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $501 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $344. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Marengo County? ▼
Property taxes in Marengo County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $44,205. 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.