36078 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 36078 (Tallassee, Alabama) pay a median of $384/year in property taxes on homes valued at $175,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.22%, which is 40% below the Alabama state average of 0.37%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 36078 is approximately $32, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Elmore County. This is $221 less than the Alabama average of $605/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alabama, 36078 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 36475 (0.22%) and 36904 (0.22%).

In Tallassee, property taxes represent approximately 0.6% of the median household income of $67,700, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alabama has no statewide property tax cap; Elmore County reassesses at market value upon purchase, and your tax liability reflects the new valuation with no growth caps. The Homestead Exemption ($5,000 for homeowners 65+ earning under $12,500) is available through the Elmore County Assessor — apply by December 31 to reduce your assessed value. Submit your homestead exemption application to the Elmore County Assessor immediately after closing to lock in the exemption on your first tax bill.