35046 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 35046 (Clanton, Alabama) pay a median of $469/year in property taxes on homes valued at $154,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.30%, which is 18% below the Alabama state average of 0.37%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 35046 is approximately $39, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Chilton County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alabama, 35046 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 36301 (0.30%) and 36477 (0.30%).

In Clanton, property taxes represent approximately 0.7% of the median household income of $67,813, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alabama uses periodic county reassessment cycles rather than sale-triggered revaluation, meaning you will initially be taxed based on the prior owner's assessed value. Chilton County offers homestead exemptions and exemptions for seniors 65+ and disabled owners—file your exemption application with the Chilton County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to reduce your tax burden. Request written confirmation of your exemption status and your assessed value to establish your baseline.