Washington County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 4,877.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $357, which is 30% lower than the Alabama state average and 81% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.23% on a median home value of $152,800. Property taxes represent 0.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$357
-30% vs State
-81% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,800
+2% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.23%
-32% vs State
-76% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$423
$35/mo
Without Mortgage
$308
$26/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 | $357 +8.5% | 0.23% |
| 2022 | $329 +10.4% | 0.24% |
| 2021 | $298 +10.4% | 0.27% |
| 2020 | $270 +3.8% | 0.31% |
| 2019 | $260 | 0.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,503
per year
Monthly Tax
$30
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Perry County
Tax: $325/yr Rate: 0.37%
Crenshaw County
Tax: $347/yr Rate: 0.32%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,343/yr Rate: 0.45%
Coffee County
Tax: $615/yr Rate: 0.34%
Lowndes County
Tax: $329/yr Rate: 0.41%
Barbour County
Tax: $415/yr Rate: 0.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $357 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.23% on a median home value of $152,800.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 81% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.23% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $423 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $308. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 0.6% of the median household income of $60,503. 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.