Elmore County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 25,003.
The median annual property tax in Elmore County is $563, which is 10% higher than the Alabama state average and 71% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.26% on a median home value of $213,600. Property taxes represent 0.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$563
+10% vs State
-71% vs US
Median Home Value
$213,600
+43% vs State
+1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.26%
-24% vs State
-73% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$598
$50/mo
Without Mortgage
$467
$39/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 | $563 +5.2% | 0.26% |
| 2022 | $535 +4.5% | 0.27% |
| 2021 | $512 +2.4% | 0.29% |
| 2020 | $500 +1.8% | 0.29% |
| 2019 | $491 | 0.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,553
per year
Monthly Tax
$47
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Lowndes County
Tax: $329/yr Rate: 0.41%
Clarke County
Tax: $388/yr Rate: 0.31%
Lamar County
Tax: $245/yr Rate: 0.22%
Geneva County
Tax: $382/yr Rate: 0.32%
Marengo County
Tax: $397/yr Rate: 0.38%
Escambia County
Tax: $485/yr Rate: 0.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Elmore County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Elmore County is $563 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.26% on a median home value of $213,600.
How does Elmore County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Elmore County are 71% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.26% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Elmore County? ▼
In Elmore County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $598 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $467. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Elmore County? ▼
Property taxes in Elmore County represent approximately 0.7% of the median household income of $75,553. 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.