36029 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 36029 (Fitzpatrick, Alabama) pay a median of $696/year in property taxes on homes valued at $214,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.32%, which is 12% below the Alabama state average of 0.37%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 36029 is approximately $58, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Bullock County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alabama, 36029 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 35564 (0.33%) and 35952 (0.32%).

In Fitzpatrick, property taxes represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $47,004, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alabama has no statewide property tax cap; Bullock County reassesses at market value upon purchase, and with median home values at $214,500, expect your tax bill to reflect the new valuation with no growth limitations. Homeowners age 65 and older earning under $12,500 qualify for the Homestead Exemption ($5,000 off assessed value) — apply with the Bullock County Assessor by December 31. Contact the Bullock County Assessor's office immediately after closing to file your homestead exemption and confirm your property's assessed value.