35504 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 35504 (Jasper, Alabama) pay a median of $547/year in property taxes on homes valued at $196,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.28%, which is 24% below the Alabama state average of 0.37%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 35504 is approximately $46, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Walker County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alabama, 35504 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 35125 (0.28%) and 35574 (0.28%).

In Jasper, property taxes represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $71,521, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alabama reassesses property on the county's schedule (not at sale), so your home will be taxed at the prior owner's assessed value until Walker County conducts a countywide reassessment. Walker County provides homestead exemptions and exemptions for seniors 65+ and disabled homeowners—submit your exemption claim to the Walker County Assessor's office immediately after closing. Obtain your assessment notice and file a formal appeal within the county's deadline if you believe the value exceeds fair market value.