Calhoun County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 31,762.
The median annual property tax in Calhoun County is $610, which is 19% higher than the Alabama state average and 68% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $149,500. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$610
+19% vs State
-68% vs US
Median Home Value
$149,500
+0% vs State
-29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
+21% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$678
$57/mo
Without Mortgage
$508
$42/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 | $610 +3.0% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $592 +5.9% | 0.42% |
| 2021 | $559 +7.5% | 0.45% |
| 2020 | $520 +6.6% | 0.43% |
| 2019 | $488 | 0.41% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,826
per year
Monthly Tax
$51
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Marion County
Tax: $308/yr Rate: 0.30%
Marshall County
Tax: $699/yr Rate: 0.38%
Henry County
Tax: $506/yr Rate: 0.34%
Clay County
Tax: $326/yr Rate: 0.23%
Lamar County
Tax: $245/yr Rate: 0.22%
Cullman County
Tax: $457/yr Rate: 0.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Calhoun County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Calhoun County is $610 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $149,500.
How does Calhoun County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Calhoun County are 68% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Calhoun County? ▼
In Calhoun County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $678 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $508. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Calhoun County? ▼
Property taxes in Calhoun County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $55,826. 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.