Monroe County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 5,193.
The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $362, which is 29% lower than the Alabama state average and 81% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.32% on a median home value of $114,900. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$362
-29% vs State
-81% vs US
Median Home Value
$114,900
-23% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.32%
-6% vs State
-66% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$383
$32/mo
Without Mortgage
$345
$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 | $362 +5.2% | 0.32% |
| 2022 | $344 +7.5% | 0.31% |
| 2021 | $320 +3.9% | 0.31% |
| 2020 | $308 +4.8% | 0.31% |
| 2019 | $294 | 0.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$40,225
per year
Monthly Tax
$30
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Marion County
Tax: $308/yr Rate: 0.30%
Tuscaloosa County
Tax: $754/yr Rate: 0.32%
Houston County
Tax: $534/yr Rate: 0.30%
Barbour County
Tax: $415/yr Rate: 0.38%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,340/yr Rate: 0.60%
Elmore County
Tax: $563/yr Rate: 0.26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Monroe County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $362 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.32% on a median home value of $114,900.
How does Monroe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Monroe County are 81% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Monroe County? ▼
In Monroe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $383 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $345. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Monroe County? ▼
Property taxes in Monroe County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $40,225. 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.