DeKalb County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 19,916.
The median annual property tax in DeKalb County is $458, which is 10% lower than the Alabama state average and 76% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $135,500. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$458
-10% vs State
-76% vs US
Median Home Value
$135,500
-9% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
+0% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$527
$44/mo
Without Mortgage
$399
$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 | $458 +3.2% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $444 +10.2% | 0.34% |
| 2021 | $403 +5.5% | 0.35% |
| 2020 | $382 +4.1% | 0.34% |
| 2019 | $367 | 0.35% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,149
per year
Monthly Tax
$38
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Tallapoosa County
Tax: $450/yr Rate: 0.31%
Jackson County
Tax: $449/yr Rate: 0.31%
Colbert County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.37%
Walker County
Tax: $357/yr Rate: 0.27%
Talladega County
Tax: $509/yr Rate: 0.37%
Morgan County
Tax: $674/yr Rate: 0.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in DeKalb County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in DeKalb County is $458 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $135,500.
How does DeKalb County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in DeKalb County are 76% 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 DeKalb County? ▼
In DeKalb County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $527 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $399. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in DeKalb County? ▼
Property taxes in DeKalb County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $51,149. 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.