36311 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 36311 (Ariton, Alabama) pay a median of $344/year in property taxes on homes valued at $126,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.27%, which is 26% below the Alabama state average of 0.37%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 36311 is approximately $29, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Dale County. This is $261 less than the Alabama average of $605/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alabama, 36311 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 36028 (0.27%) and 36276 (0.27%).

In Ariton, property taxes represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $44,274, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alabama imposes no state-level property tax rate cap; reassessment to market value is mandatory at sale, and annual increases follow local assessment practices. Dale County's $4,000 Homestead Exemption applies to owner-occupants and reduces taxable value—register with the Dale County Assessor using your deed and proof of occupancy. Contact Dale County Assessor right after closing to apply for your exemption and confirm your assessment reflects the correct exemption.