35772 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 35772 (Stevenson, Alabama) pay a median of $427/year in property taxes on homes valued at $148,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.29%, which is 22% below the Alabama state average of 0.37%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 35772 is approximately $36, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Jackson County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alabama, 35772 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 35474 (0.29%) and 36907 (0.29%).

In Stevenson, property taxes represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $40,982, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alabama has no statewide property tax cap; Jackson County reassesses at market value upon purchase, and owners face annual increases determined by local appraisal. Seniors (age 65+) earning under $12,500 annually qualify for a $5,000 Homestead Exemption — file with the Jackson County Assessor by December 31. File your homestead exemption with the Jackson County Assessor's office within 30 days of closing to reduce your assessed value on the first tax bill.