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Houston County, Alabama Property Taxes (2026)

Houston County homeowners pay a median property tax of $534/year on a median home value of $178,000 — an effective rate of 0.30%, which is below the national median of 1.02%. Houston County has a population of approximately 107,628.

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Effective Tax Rate

0.30%

Lower than the Alabama median of 0.33%

Median Home Value

$178,000

Annual Tax Bill

$534

~$45/month

Est. Annual Savings

$80

If reduced by 15%

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Average Annual Savings

$80

Estimated savings for Houston County homeowners

Property Tax Rates: Houston County vs. Alabama vs. National

Houston County0.30%
Alabama Median0.33%
National Median1.02%

Key stat: The effective property tax rate in Houston County, Alabama is 0.30%, compared to the Alabama median of 0.33% and the national median of 1.02%. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates)

How Houston County Compares Across Alabama

See where Houston County's tax metrics fall relative to all 67 Alabama counties.

Tax Rate Distribution

Percentile distribution across all Alabama counties

10th

0.00%

25th

0.00%

Median

0.33%

75th

0.00%

90th

0.00%

Home Value Distribution

Percentile distribution across all Alabama counties

10th

$96,720

25th

$112,250

Median

$142,500

75th

$177,300

90th

$221,060

Tax Bill Distribution

Percentile distribution across all Alabama counties

10th

$309

25th

$357

Median

$449

75th

$601

90th

$765

Houston County County Tax Assessor Information

Houston County County Tax Assessor

Assessing Authority

Houston County Tax Assessor

Appeal Deadline

Varies by county

Alabama appeal filing deadline

State

Alabama

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How to Appeal Your Property Taxes in Houston County

If you own property in Houston County, you have the legal right to appeal your assessed value. Here is the step-by-step process:

1

Review your assessment notice

Check the assessed value from the Houston County Tax Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes in your area.

2

File your appeal before the deadline

The Alabama deadline is Varies by county. Missing this deadline means waiting until the next assessment year.

3

Gather supporting evidence

Compile recent comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, independent appraisals, or any factors that reduce your home's value.

4

Present your case

Attend a hearing or submit your evidence to the County Tax Assessor. Present clear data showing your assessed value is too high.

5

Receive your decision

If successful, your assessed value and tax bill will be reduced. With a median bill of $534, even a 10-15% reduction means $53-$80 in annual savings.

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Property Tax Exemptions in Alabama

Alabama homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce their taxable value. Common exemptions include:

Homestead Exemption

Available to primary residence owners. Reduces the assessed value used to calculate your tax bill.

Senior/Over-65 Exemption

Additional exemption for homeowners age 65+. May include a tax ceiling that freezes your bill.

Disability Exemption

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities. Similar benefits to the over-65 exemption.

Veteran Exemption

Disabled veterans may receive partial or full exemptions depending on disability rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Houston County, Alabama?
The median effective property tax rate in Houston County, Alabama is 0.30%. On a home valued at $178,000, the median annual property tax bill is $534. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2026.
How much are property taxes in Houston County?
The median annual property tax bill in Houston County is $534, which works out to approximately $45/month. This is based on the median home value of $178,000 and an effective tax rate of 0.30%.
How do I appeal my property taxes in Houston County?
To appeal your property taxes in Houston County, Alabama, you need to file with the Houston County Tax Assessor before the deadline of Varies by county. You'll need evidence that your assessed value exceeds your property's market value, such as recent comparable sales. TaxDrop can handle this entire process for you — you pay nothing unless we save you $500 or more.
Is Houston County a high property tax area?
Houston County's effective tax rate of 0.30% is below the national median of 1.02%. It's below the Alabama median of 0.33%.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Alabama?
The deadline to appeal property taxes in Alabama is Varies by county. It's important to file before this deadline — missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle. TaxDrop monitors deadlines and files on your behalf to ensure you never miss the window.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Houston County property taxes?
Yes. TaxDrop helps homeowners in Houston County, Alabama appeal their property tax assessments. We analyze your property, compare it against local comparable sales, and handle the entire appeal process. Our fee is 25% of your savings — and if we don't save you at least $500, you pay nothing.

Nearby Counties

Geneva County

Rate: 0.32%

Tax bill: $382

Greene County

Rate: 0.49%

Tax bill: $422

Hale County

Rate: 0.32%

Tax bill: $406

Henry County

Rate: 0.34%

Tax bill: $506

Jackson County

Rate: 0.31%

Tax bill: $449

Jefferson County

Rate: 0.60%

Tax bill: $1,340

Lamar County

Rate: 0.22%

Tax bill: $245

Lauderdale County

Rate: 0.38%

Tax bill: $697

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