Morgan County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 35,348.
The median annual property tax in Morgan County is $674, which is 32% higher than the Alabama state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.35% on a median home value of $193,000. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$674
+32% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$193,000
+29% vs State
-9% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.35%
+3% vs State
-63% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$746
$62/mo
Without Mortgage
$576
$48/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 | $674 +6.5% | 0.35% |
| 2022 | $633 +8.2% | 0.36% |
| 2021 | $585 +5.8% | 0.38% |
| 2020 | $553 +3.0% | 0.38% |
| 2019 | $537 | 0.39% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,858
per year
Monthly Tax
$56
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Macon County
Tax: $468/yr Rate: 0.49%
Randolph County
Tax: $412/yr Rate: 0.22%
Mobile County
Tax: $849/yr Rate: 0.48%
Cherokee County
Tax: $643/yr Rate: 0.39%
Autauga County
Tax: $564/yr Rate: 0.28%
Cullman County
Tax: $457/yr Rate: 0.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Morgan County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Morgan County is $674 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.35% on a median home value of $193,000.
How does Morgan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Morgan County are 65% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.35% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Morgan County? ▼
In Morgan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $746 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $576. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Morgan County? ▼
Property taxes in Morgan County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $64,858. 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.