Tallapoosa County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 12,511.
The median annual property tax in Tallapoosa County is $450, which is 12% lower than the Alabama state average and 77% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $144,800. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$450
-12% vs State
-77% vs US
Median Home Value
$144,800
-3% vs State
-32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
-9% vs State
-67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$497
$41/mo
Without Mortgage
$401
$33/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 | $450 +3.4% | 0.31% |
| 2022 | $435 +16.9% | 0.34% |
| 2021 | $372 +4.5% | 0.33% |
| 2020 | $356 +0.0% | 0.33% |
| 2019 | $356 | 0.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,185
per year
Monthly Tax
$38
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Randolph County
Tax: $412/yr Rate: 0.22%
Jackson County
Tax: $449/yr Rate: 0.31%
Clay County
Tax: $326/yr Rate: 0.23%
Etowah County
Tax: $585/yr Rate: 0.36%
Pickens County
Tax: $356/yr Rate: 0.29%
Geneva County
Tax: $382/yr Rate: 0.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tallapoosa County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tallapoosa County is $450 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $144,800.
How does Tallapoosa County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tallapoosa County are 77% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.31% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tallapoosa County? ▼
In Tallapoosa County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $497 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $401. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tallapoosa County? ▼
Property taxes in Tallapoosa County represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $57,185. 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.