Chilton County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 13,487.
The median annual property tax in Chilton County is $478, which is 6% lower than the Alabama state average and 75% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $142,300. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$478
-6% vs State
-75% vs US
Median Home Value
$142,300
-5% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
+0% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$584
$49/mo
Without Mortgage
$396
$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 | $478 +4.4% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $458 +6.5% | 0.34% |
| 2021 | $430 +13.2% | 0.37% |
| 2020 | $380 -2.1% | 0.36% |
| 2019 | $388 | 0.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,873
per year
Monthly Tax
$40
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Lee County
Tax: $1,183/yr Rate: 0.50%
Cleburne County
Tax: $417/yr Rate: 0.29%
Crenshaw County
Tax: $347/yr Rate: 0.32%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,340/yr Rate: 0.60%
Hale County
Tax: $406/yr Rate: 0.32%
Blount County
Tax: $508/yr Rate: 0.30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chilton County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chilton County is $478 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $142,300.
How does Chilton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chilton County are 75% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chilton County? ▼
In Chilton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $584 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $396. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chilton County? ▼
Property taxes in Chilton County represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $61,873. 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.