Marshall County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 27,144.
The median annual property tax in Marshall County is $699, which is 37% higher than the Alabama state average and 64% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $183,400. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$699
+37% vs State
-64% vs US
Median Home Value
$183,400
+23% vs State
-13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
+12% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$749
$62/mo
Without Mortgage
$620
$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 | $699 +6.6% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $656 +12.3% | 0.40% |
| 2021 | $584 +5.4% | 0.40% |
| 2020 | $554 +4.5% | 0.39% |
| 2019 | $530 | 0.41% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,946
per year
Monthly Tax
$58
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Chilton County
Tax: $478/yr Rate: 0.34%
Lowndes County
Tax: $329/yr Rate: 0.41%
Limestone County
Tax: $782/yr Rate: 0.31%
Houston County
Tax: $534/yr Rate: 0.30%
Etowah County
Tax: $585/yr Rate: 0.36%
Tuscaloosa County
Tax: $754/yr Rate: 0.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Marshall County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Marshall County is $699 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $183,400.
How does Marshall County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Marshall County are 64% 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 Marshall County? ▼
In Marshall County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $749 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $620. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Marshall County? ▼
Property taxes in Marshall County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $60,946. 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.