Tuscaloosa County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 54,257.
The median annual property tax in Tuscaloosa County is $754, which is 48% higher than the Alabama state average and 61% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.32% on a median home value of $233,700. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$754
+48% vs State
-61% vs US
Median Home Value
$233,700
+56% vs State
+10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.32%
-6% vs State
-66% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$799
$67/mo
Without Mortgage
$662
$55/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 | $754 +4.4% | 0.32% |
| 2022 | $722 +8.6% | 0.33% |
| 2021 | $665 +0.2% | 0.36% |
| 2020 | $664 +5.2% | 0.37% |
| 2019 | $631 | 0.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,947
per year
Monthly Tax
$63
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Pickens County
Tax: $356/yr Rate: 0.29%
Choctaw County
Tax: $199/yr Rate: 0.18%
Marengo County
Tax: $397/yr Rate: 0.38%
Fayette County
Tax: $347/yr Rate: 0.29%
Washington County
Tax: $357/yr Rate: 0.23%
Lawrence County
Tax: $459/yr Rate: 0.30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tuscaloosa County is $754 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.32% on a median home value of $233,700.
How does Tuscaloosa County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tuscaloosa County are 61% 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 Tuscaloosa County? ▼
In Tuscaloosa County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $799 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $662. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tuscaloosa County? ▼
Property taxes in Tuscaloosa County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $63,947. 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.