Jackson County Property Taxes

Jackson County, Alabama

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

12.1% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$37/mo escrow

#25 of 67 counties in Alabama

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.31%

vs. Alabama Avg12.1% below
vs. National Avg83.3% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$145,800

State avg $149,701

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$528

$44/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$378

$32/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#25

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Jackson County, Alabama

Jackson County taxes rank bottom 5% nationally

Jackson County's 0.308% effective tax rate places it among America's lowest-tax jurisdictions, with a median bill of just $449. This is less than 17% of the national median property tax of $2,690.

Below average in Alabama

Jackson County's 0.308% effective rate sits below Alabama's 0.339% state average, giving residents a meaningful advantage. The median tax of $449 falls well short of the state median of $511.

Competitive regional tax landscape

Jackson County's 0.308% rate matches Houston County and undercuts Henry County (0.342%), Lawrence County (0.305%), and Lauderdale County (0.375%). Only Lamar County (0.217%) and Houston County offer lower effective rates in the region.

What $146K home costs yearly

A median Jackson County home valued at $145,800 results in an estimated annual property tax of $449. Including mortgage assessments, the total climbs to approximately $528 per year.

Verify your assessment accuracy

Jackson County homeowners often face overassessed valuations that don't reflect actual market conditions. A professional appraisal and formal appeal can confirm whether you're paying fairly or overpaying on your annual tax bill.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Jackson 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.

Jackson County has an effective property tax rate of 0.31%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $449. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Jackson County's current rate, or contact the Jackson County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Jackson County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Jackson County$449
Alabama State Average$511
National Average$1,924

Jackson 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 Jackson County, Alabama?
The effective property tax rate in Jackson 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 Jackson 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. Jackson County has an effective property tax rate of 0.31%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $449. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Jackson County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Jackson County?
The median annual property tax payment in Jackson County is $449. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $528, while those without a mortgage pay $378.
How does Jackson County compare to the Alabama average?
Jackson County's effective tax rate of 0.31% is lower than the Alabama state average of 0.34%. The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $449, compared to the state average of $511.
What is the median home value in Jackson County, Alabama?
The median home value in Jackson County, Alabama is $145,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Jackson County a low property tax area in Alabama?
Yes — Jackson County's effective property tax rate of 0.31% is below the Alabama average of 0.34%. The median annual property tax of $449 is also lower the state average of $511, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Jackson County rank for property taxes in Alabama?
Jackson County ranks #25 out of 67 counties in Alabama by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.31% and median annual tax of $449, it falls in the middle 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.