36079 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 36079 (Troy, Alabama) pay a median of $446/year in property taxes on homes valued at $166,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.27%, which is 27% below the Alabama state average of 0.37%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 36079 is approximately $37, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Pike County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alabama, 36079 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 36264 (0.27%) and 35146 (0.27%).

In Troy, property taxes represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $57,551, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alabama has no statewide property tax cap; Pike County reassesses at market value upon purchase, and your tax bill reflects the new valuation with no growth caps for existing owners. Homeowners age 65 and older with annual income below $12,500 qualify for a $5,000 Homestead Exemption — apply to the Pike County Assessor by December 31. File your homestead exemption application with the Pike County Assessor immediately after closing to reduce your assessed value on the first tax notice.