Winston County, Alabama Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alabama. Population: 7,148.
The median annual property tax in Winston County is $363, which is 29% lower than the Alabama state average and 81% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.33% on a median home value of $110,500. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$363
-29% vs State
-81% vs US
Median Home Value
$110,500
-26% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.33%
-3% vs State
-65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$461
$38/mo
Without Mortgage
$282
$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 | $363 +3.1% | 0.33% |
| 2022 | $352 +8.3% | 0.32% |
| 2021 | $325 +18.2% | 0.31% |
| 2020 | $275 +2.2% | 0.32% |
| 2019 | $269 | 0.31% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,032
per year
Monthly Tax
$30
per month
Other Counties in Alabama
Marshall County
Tax: $699/yr Rate: 0.38%
Etowah County
Tax: $585/yr Rate: 0.36%
Pickens County
Tax: $356/yr Rate: 0.29%
Tallapoosa County
Tax: $450/yr Rate: 0.31%
Tuscaloosa County
Tax: $754/yr Rate: 0.32%
Dallas County
Tax: $413/yr Rate: 0.42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Winston County, Alabama? ▼
The median annual property tax in Winston County is $363 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.33% on a median home value of $110,500.
How does Winston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Winston County are 81% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Winston County? ▼
In Winston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $461 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $282. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Winston County? ▼
Property taxes in Winston County represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $48,032. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
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.