Lauderdale County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 26,304.
The median annual property tax in Lauderdale County is $697, which is 36% higher than the Alabama state average and 64% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $185,800. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$697
+36% vs State
-64% vs US
Median Home Value
$185,800
+24% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
+12% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$736
$61/mo
Without Mortgage
$638
$53/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 | $697 +0.7% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $692 +7.1% | 0.40% |
| 2021 | $646 +6.3% | 0.42% |
| 2020 | $608 +0.8% | 0.41% |
| 2019 | $603 | 0.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,082
per year
Monthly Tax
$58
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Henry County
Tax: $506/yr Rate: 0.34%
Madison County
Tax: $1,081/yr Rate: 0.40%
Geneva County
Tax: $382/yr Rate: 0.32%
Barbour County
Tax: $415/yr Rate: 0.38%
Coffee County
Tax: $615/yr Rate: 0.34%
Winston County
Tax: $363/yr Rate: 0.33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lauderdale County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lauderdale County is $697 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $185,800.
How does Lauderdale County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lauderdale County are 64% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lauderdale County? ▼
In Lauderdale County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $736 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $638. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lauderdale County? ▼
Property taxes in Lauderdale County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $59,082. 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.