Lawrence County Property Taxes

Lawrence County, Alabama

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

10.2% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$38/mo escrow

#20 of 67 counties in Alabama

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.30%

vs. Alabama Avg10.2% below
vs. National Avg82.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$150,700

State avg $149,701

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$496

$41/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$410

$34/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#20

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lawrence County, Alabama

Lawrence County taxes far below national median

Lawrence County's 0.305% effective tax rate places it among the nation's lowest-tax jurisdictions, with a median property tax of just $459. This represents only 17% of the national median property tax of $2,690.

Below average in Alabama

Lawrence County's 0.305% rate sits slightly below Alabama's state average of 0.339%, providing residents a modest tax advantage. The median tax of $459 falls short of Alabama's state median of $511.

Competitive with regional peers

Lawrence County's 0.305% rate closely matches Houston County (0.300%) and Jackson County (0.308%), while undercutting Henry County (0.342%) and Lauderdale County (0.375%). Only Lamar County (0.217%) offers meaningfully lower rates in the region.

What $151K home costs yearly

A median Lawrence County home valued at $150,700 results in an estimated annual property tax of $459. Including mortgage-related assessments, the total reaches approximately $496 per year.

Don't overpay on your assessment

Lawrence County homeowners often overlook assessment errors that quietly inflate their annual tax bills by hundreds of dollars. A professional appraisal and formal appeal can confirm your property is valued fairly.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Lawrence 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.

Lawrence County has an effective property tax rate of 0.30%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $459. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Lawrence County's current rate, or contact the Lawrence County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Lawrence County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lawrence County$459
Alabama State Average$511
National Average$1,924

Lawrence County

0.30%

Effective rate

Alabama Avg

0.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lawrence County, Alabama?
The effective property tax rate in Lawrence County, Alabama is 0.30%. 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 Lawrence 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. Lawrence County has an effective property tax rate of 0.30%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $459. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Lawrence County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Lawrence County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lawrence County is $459. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $496, while those without a mortgage pay $410.
How does Lawrence County compare to the Alabama average?
Lawrence County's effective tax rate of 0.30% is lower than the Alabama state average of 0.34%. The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $459, compared to the state average of $511.
What is the median home value in Lawrence County, Alabama?
The median home value in Lawrence County, Alabama is $150,700, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lawrence County a low property tax area in Alabama?
Yes — Lawrence County's effective property tax rate of 0.30% is below the Alabama average of 0.34%. The median annual property tax of $459 is also lower the state average of $511, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lawrence County rank for property taxes in Alabama?
Lawrence County ranks #20 out of 67 counties in Alabama by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.30% and median annual tax of $459, 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.