36904 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 36904 (Butler, Alabama) pay a median of $304/year in property taxes on homes valued at $138,100. 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 36904 is approximately $25, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Choctaw County. This is $301 less than the Alabama average of $605/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alabama, 36904 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 36446 (0.22%) and 36475 (0.22%).

In Butler, property taxes represent approximately 0.7% of the median household income of $42,009, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alabama has no statewide property tax cap; your home will be reassessed to its full purchase price at closing, which may substantially exceed the prior owner's taxable value. Choctaw County allows a $7,500 Homestead Exemption on owner-occupied properties—apply with the Choctaw County Assessor to reduce your assessed value immediately after purchase. Contact the Choctaw County Assessor to obtain the exemption application form and confirm the filing deadline for your tax year.