Sumter County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 3,317.
The median annual property tax in Sumter County is $297, which is 42% lower than the Alabama state average and 85% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.35% on a median home value of $84,100. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$297
-42% vs State
-85% vs US
Median Home Value
$84,100
-44% vs State
-60% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.35%
+3% vs State
-63% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$335
$28/mo
Without Mortgage
$278
$23/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 | $297 +8.0% | 0.35% |
| 2022 | $275 +9.1% | 0.31% |
| 2021 | $252 -0.4% | 0.36% |
| 2020 | $253 -1.6% | 0.38% |
| 2019 | $257 | 0.35% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$37,981
per year
Monthly Tax
$25
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Wilcox County
Tax: $309/yr Rate: 0.37%
Blount County
Tax: $508/yr Rate: 0.30%
Chambers County
Tax: $496/yr Rate: 0.38%
Tallapoosa County
Tax: $450/yr Rate: 0.31%
Butler County
Tax: $342/yr Rate: 0.34%
Crenshaw County
Tax: $347/yr Rate: 0.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sumter County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sumter County is $297 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.35% on a median home value of $84,100.
How does Sumter County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sumter County are 85% 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 Sumter County? ▼
In Sumter County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $335 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $278. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sumter County? ▼
Property taxes in Sumter County represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $37,981. 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.