10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Alabama
If you are comparing property taxes across Alabama, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Jefferson County, comes in at 0.60% — 0.22% higher than the Alabama average (0.38%). The statewide effective rate is 0.38%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson County | 0.60% | $1,340 | $224,900 |
| 2 | Lee County | 0.50% | $1,183 | $238,700 |
| 3 | Macon County | 0.49% | $468 | $95,700 |
| 4 | Greene County | 0.49% | $422 | $86,400 |
| 5 | Mobile County | 0.48% | $849 | $176,600 |
| 6 | Shelby County | 0.45% | $1,343 | $298,700 |
| 7 | Dallas County | 0.42% | $413 | $97,400 |
| 8 | Russell County | 0.41% | $631 | $152,300 |
| 9 | Lowndes County | 0.41% | $329 | $80,600 |
| 10 | Calhoun County | 0.41% | $610 | $149,500 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Alabama often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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