Wilcox County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 2,877.
The median annual property tax in Wilcox County is $309, which is 40% lower than the Alabama state average and 84% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.37% on a median home value of $84,200. Property taxes represent 0.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$309
-40% vs State
-84% vs US
Median Home Value
$84,200
-44% vs State
-60% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.37%
+9% vs State
-61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$445
$37/mo
Without Mortgage
$247
$21/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 | $309 +15.7% | 0.37% |
| 2022 | $267 -4.0% | 0.32% |
| 2021 | $278 +0.0% | 0.38% |
| 2020 | $278 -5.1% | 0.41% |
| 2019 | $293 | 0.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$42,236
per year
Monthly Tax
$26
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Sumter County
Tax: $297/yr Rate: 0.35%
Chilton County
Tax: $478/yr Rate: 0.34%
Escambia County
Tax: $485/yr Rate: 0.40%
Marion County
Tax: $308/yr Rate: 0.30%
Marengo County
Tax: $397/yr Rate: 0.38%
Madison County
Tax: $1,081/yr Rate: 0.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wilcox County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wilcox County is $309 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.37% on a median home value of $84,200.
How does Wilcox County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wilcox County are 84% 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 Wilcox County? ▼
In Wilcox County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $445 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $247. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wilcox County? ▼
Property taxes in Wilcox County represent approximately 0.7% of the median household income of $42,236. 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.