Perry County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 2,215.
The median annual property tax in Perry County is $325, which is 36% lower than the Alabama state average and 83% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.37% on a median home value of $87,700. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$325
-36% vs State
-83% vs US
Median Home Value
$87,700
-41% vs State
-59% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.37%
+9% vs State
-61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$449
$37/mo
Without Mortgage
$289
$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 | $325 +21.7% | 0.37% |
| 2022 | $267 -18.1% | 0.33% |
| 2021 | $326 +28.3% | 0.44% |
| 2020 | $254 -8.6% | 0.32% |
| 2019 | $278 | 0.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$34,368
per year
Monthly Tax
$27
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Tallapoosa County
Tax: $450/yr Rate: 0.31%
Coosa County
Tax: $303/yr Rate: 0.27%
Etowah County
Tax: $585/yr Rate: 0.36%
Morgan County
Tax: $674/yr Rate: 0.35%
Winston County
Tax: $363/yr Rate: 0.33%
Lawrence County
Tax: $459/yr Rate: 0.30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Perry County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Perry County is $325 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.37% on a median home value of $87,700.
How does Perry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Perry County are 83% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.37% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Perry County? ▼
In Perry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $449 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $289. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Perry County? ▼
Property taxes in Perry County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $34,368. 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.