Baldwin County Property Taxes

Baldwin County, Alabama

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

72.4% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$73/mo escrow

#23 of 67 counties in Alabama

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.31%

vs. Alabama Avg72.4% above
vs. National Avg67.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$287,000

State avg $149,701

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$945

$79/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$770

$64/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#23

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Baldwin County, Alabama

Baldwin's taxes remain well below national average

Baldwin County's effective tax rate of 0.307% is still less than one-ninth the national median property tax. Even with the highest median home values in this group at $287,000, Baldwin residents pay roughly $881 annually—far below the national median of $2,690.

Mid-range taxes within Alabama

Baldwin County's 0.307% rate sits slightly below Alabama's 0.339% state average, placing it in the middle tier of the state's 67 counties. The county's $881 median property tax exceeds the state median of $511, reflecting Baldwin's higher home values and strong coastal property market.

Moderate rates for Alabama's most valuable properties

Baldwin's 0.307% effective rate is slightly lower than neighboring Houston County and comparable to Covington County. With the region's strongest median home values at $287,000, Baldwin offers relatively favorable tax treatment for its premium real estate market.

Plan for about $881 on Baldwin's median home

A homeowner with Baldwin's $287,000 median-value property pays approximately $881 annually in property taxes. Those paying via mortgage will see roughly $945 in annual escrow, while debt-free homeowners typically pay around $770.

Appeal your assessment if values have shifted

Rapid development in Baldwin County can lead to overassessed properties, especially as the market cools. If your assessment doesn't reflect recent comparable sales in your neighborhood, filing an appeal could reduce your annual tax bill significantly.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Baldwin County

In Alabama, property taxes are expressed as a millage rate (also called a mill rate). One mill equals $1 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed property value. Your total property tax bill is determined by adding together the millage rates set by the county, city or municipality, school district, and any special districts.

In Alabama, residential property is assessed at 10% of appraised market value. This means a home appraised at $200,000 has an assessed value of $20,000, and the millage rate is applied to that assessed value — resulting in some of the lowest effective property tax bills in the nation.

Baldwin County has an effective property tax rate of 0.31%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $881. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Baldwin County's current rate, or contact the Baldwin County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Baldwin County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Baldwin County$881
Alabama State Average$511
National Average$1,924

Baldwin County

0.31%

Effective rate

Alabama Avg

0.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Baldwin County, Alabama?
The effective property tax rate in Baldwin County, Alabama is 0.31%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
What is the millage rate in Baldwin County, Alabama?
The millage rate (also called mill rate) is the property tax rate expressed as dollars per $1,000 of assessed property value. In Alabama, property taxes are calculated by multiplying your assessed property value by the total millage rate, which includes levies from the county, city, school district, and special districts. Baldwin County has an effective property tax rate of 0.31%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $881. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Baldwin County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Baldwin County?
The median annual property tax payment in Baldwin County is $881. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $945, while those without a mortgage pay $770.
How does Baldwin County compare to the Alabama average?
Baldwin County's effective tax rate of 0.31% is lower than the Alabama state average of 0.34%. The median annual property tax in Baldwin County is $881, compared to the state average of $511.
What is the median home value in Baldwin County, Alabama?
The median home value in Baldwin County, Alabama is $287,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Baldwin County a low property tax area in Alabama?
Yes — Baldwin County's effective property tax rate of 0.31% is below the Alabama average of 0.34%. The median annual property tax of $881 is also comparable to the state average of $511, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Baldwin County rank for property taxes in Alabama?
Baldwin County ranks #23 out of 67 counties in Alabama by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.31% and median annual tax of $881, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.