Clarke County, Alabama Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Clarke County?

Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Clarke County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.

Below, compare Clarke County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Alabama or the U.S. median of 1.02%.

Clarke County's median effective rate stands at 0.34%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Clarke County, the highest rate is found in Thomasville at 0.34%, while Grove Hill has the lowest at 0.34%.

These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, special assessment districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.

Property tax bills in Clarke County are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply the county’s tax rate to that assessed value to determine the annual bill, so two homes with similar market values can still owe different amounts if their assessments differ.

For homeowners, the size of the tax bill depends on several factors, including the home’s assessed value, any exemptions that may apply, and the local tax rate. With a median home price of $88,300, the typical bill can vary widely across the county. The 25th percentile tax bill is $150, while the 75th percentile is $530 and the 90th percentile is $813.

That spread shows how property taxes can affect household budgets differently from one home to another. In Clarke County, the median tax bill is lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400, which can provide some relief for homeowners, but higher assessments or fewer exemptions can still increase what is owed each year.