Dallas County Property Taxes

Dallas County, Alabama

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

19.2% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$34/mo escrow

#61 of 67 counties in Alabama

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.42%

vs. Alabama Avg19.2% below
vs. National Avg84.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$97,400

State avg $149,701

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$568

$47/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$301

$25/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#61

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Dallas County, Alabama

Dallas has one of nation's highest rates

At 0.424%, Dallas County's effective property tax rate is nearly 50% of the national average of 0.89%, ranking it around the 50th percentile nationally. The median annual tax of $413 remains less than 16% of the national median of $2,690.

Highest-taxed county in Alabama sample

Dallas County's 0.424% rate significantly exceeds Alabama's state average of 0.339%, making it the highest-taxed among the eight counties analyzed here. Its median tax of $413 is about 19% above the state median of $511.

Highest taxes in this regional group

Dallas County's 0.424% rate far exceeds the closest competitor, Colbert (0.374%), and is roughly 56% higher than the lowest-taxed county, Coosa (0.271%). This makes Dallas a notably steeper tax environment in the regional comparison.

What homeowners pay annually

A homeowner with Dallas County's median-valued property ($97,400) pays approximately $413 per year in property taxes. With mortgage-related assessments, that can rise to around $568.

Consider an assessment appeal

Dallas County homeowners should scrutinize their property assessments closely, as even modest assessment errors compound over time with higher effective rates. Requesting a reassessment or filing an appeal is typically free and could yield meaningful savings.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Dallas 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.

Dallas County has an effective property tax rate of 0.42%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $413. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Dallas County's current rate, or contact the Dallas County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Dallas County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Dallas County$413
Alabama State Average$511
National Average$1,924

Dallas County

0.42%

Effective rate

Alabama Avg

0.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Dallas County, Alabama?
The effective property tax rate in Dallas County, Alabama is 0.42%. 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 Dallas 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. Dallas County has an effective property tax rate of 0.42%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $413. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Dallas County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Dallas County?
The median annual property tax payment in Dallas County is $413. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $568, while those without a mortgage pay $301.
How does Dallas County compare to the Alabama average?
Dallas County's effective tax rate of 0.42% is higher than the Alabama state average of 0.34%. The median annual property tax in Dallas County is $413, compared to the state average of $511.
What is the median home value in Dallas County, Alabama?
The median home value in Dallas County, Alabama is $97,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Dallas County property tax rate higher than the Alabama average?
Dallas County's effective property tax rate of 0.42% is higher than the Alabama average of 0.34%. This difference of 0.08% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Dallas County rank for property taxes in Alabama?
Dallas County ranks #61 out of 67 counties in Alabama by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.42% and median annual tax of $413, it falls in the upper 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.