36278 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 36278 (Wedowee, Alabama) pay a median of $660/year in property taxes on homes valued at $252,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.26%, which is 29% below the Alabama state average of 0.37%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 36278 is approximately $55, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Randolph County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alabama, 36278 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 36738 (0.26%) and 36005 (0.26%).

In Wedowee, property taxes represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $58,250, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alabama has no statewide property tax increase cap; your home will be reassessed to market value at sale, and the county may adjust values annually. Randolph County's $4,000 Homestead Exemption applies to primary residences and lowers both county and school tax liability—apply with the Randolph County Assessor using your purchase deed. File your exemption with Randolph County Assessor before the next assessment roll to ensure the reduction takes effect on your first tax bill.