Baldwin County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 73,381.
The median annual property tax in Baldwin County is $881, which is 72% higher than the Alabama state average and 54% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $287,000. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$881
+72% vs State
-54% vs US
Median Home Value
$287,000
+92% vs State
+36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
-9% vs State
-67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$945
$79/mo
Without Mortgage
$770
$64/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 | $881 +10.7% | 0.31% |
| 2022 | $796 +10.9% | 0.30% |
| 2021 | $718 +8.3% | 0.32% |
| 2020 | $663 +9.6% | 0.31% |
| 2019 | $605 | 0.31% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,019
per year
Monthly Tax
$73
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Pike County
Tax: $403/yr Rate: 0.27%
Marion County
Tax: $308/yr Rate: 0.30%
Clay County
Tax: $326/yr Rate: 0.23%
Lamar County
Tax: $245/yr Rate: 0.22%
Greene County
Tax: $422/yr Rate: 0.49%
Tuscaloosa County
Tax: $754/yr Rate: 0.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Baldwin County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Baldwin County is $881 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $287,000.
How does Baldwin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Baldwin County are 54% 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 Baldwin County? ▼
In Baldwin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $945 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $770. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Baldwin County? ▼
Property taxes in Baldwin County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $75,019. 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.