Escambia County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 8,779.
The median annual property tax in Escambia County is $485, which is 5% lower than the Alabama state average and 75% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.40% on a median home value of $122,700. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$485
-5% vs State
-75% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,700
-18% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.40%
+18% vs State
-58% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$593
$49/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 | $485 +5.4% | 0.40% |
| 2022 | $460 +8.0% | 0.38% |
| 2021 | $426 +9.2% | 0.39% |
| 2020 | $390 +1.0% | 0.39% |
| 2019 | $386 | 0.39% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,447
per year
Monthly Tax
$40
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Chambers County
Tax: $496/yr Rate: 0.38%
Lauderdale County
Tax: $697/yr Rate: 0.38%
Greene County
Tax: $422/yr Rate: 0.49%
Dale County
Tax: $426/yr Rate: 0.33%
Tuscaloosa County
Tax: $754/yr Rate: 0.32%
Lee County
Tax: $1,183/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Escambia County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Escambia County is $485 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.40% on a median home value of $122,700.
How does Escambia County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Escambia County are 75% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.40% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Escambia County? ▼
In Escambia County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $593 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 Escambia County? ▼
Property taxes in Escambia County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $44,447. 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.