Geneva County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 8,258.
The median annual property tax in Geneva County is $382, which is 25% lower than the Alabama state average and 80% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.32% on a median home value of $120,200. Property taxes represent 0.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$382
-25% vs State
-80% vs US
Median Home Value
$120,200
-20% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.32%
-6% vs State
-66% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$452
$38/mo
Without Mortgage
$291
$24/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 | $382 +4.4% | 0.32% |
| 2022 | $366 +4.3% | 0.30% |
| 2021 | $351 +2.3% | 0.30% |
| 2020 | $343 +1.5% | 0.32% |
| 2019 | $338 | 0.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,951
per year
Monthly Tax
$32
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Coffee County
Tax: $615/yr Rate: 0.34%
Mobile County
Tax: $849/yr Rate: 0.48%
Conecuh County
Tax: $328/yr Rate: 0.32%
Escambia County
Tax: $485/yr Rate: 0.40%
Pickens County
Tax: $356/yr Rate: 0.29%
Colbert County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Geneva County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Geneva County is $382 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.32% on a median home value of $120,200.
How does Geneva County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Geneva County are 80% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Geneva County? ▼
In Geneva County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $452 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $291. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Geneva County? ▼
Property taxes in Geneva County represent approximately 0.7% of the median household income of $50,951. 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.