36250 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 36250 (Alexandria, Alabama) pay a median of $601/year in property taxes on homes valued at $182,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.33%, which is 10% below the Alabama state average of 0.37%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 36250 is approximately $50, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Calhoun County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alabama, 36250 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 35674 (0.33%) and 36611 (0.33%).

In Alexandria, property taxes represent approximately 0.7% of the median household income of $83,438, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alabama has no statewide property tax rate cap; reassessment to market value occurs at sale, and subsequent annual increases follow local appraisal practices. Calhoun County's Homestead Exemption ($4,000) applies to owner-occupants and reduces school and county taxes—apply with the Calhoun County Assessor using your deed and proof of residency. File your exemption application with Calhoun County Assessor within 30 days of closing to ensure it applies to your first tax bill.