Pickens County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 5,240.
The median annual property tax in Pickens County is $356, which is 30% lower than the Alabama state average and 81% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.29% on a median home value of $123,300. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$356
-30% vs State
-81% vs US
Median Home Value
$123,300
-18% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.29%
-15% vs State
-69% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$447
$37/mo
Without Mortgage
$319
$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 | $356 -4.3% | 0.29% |
| 2022 | $372 +13.8% | 0.31% |
| 2021 | $327 -1.5% | 0.31% |
| 2020 | $332 -2.9% | 0.33% |
| 2019 | $342 | 0.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,014
per year
Monthly Tax
$30
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Lauderdale County
Tax: $697/yr Rate: 0.38%
Escambia County
Tax: $485/yr Rate: 0.40%
Tallapoosa County
Tax: $450/yr Rate: 0.31%
Clay County
Tax: $326/yr Rate: 0.23%
Wilcox County
Tax: $309/yr Rate: 0.37%
Chilton County
Tax: $478/yr Rate: 0.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pickens County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pickens County is $356 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.29% on a median home value of $123,300.
How does Pickens County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pickens County are 81% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pickens County? ▼
In Pickens County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $447 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $319. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pickens County? ▼
Property taxes in Pickens County represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $47,014. 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.