Barbour County, AL Property Tax: $415/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Barbour County is 0.38% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $109,900, that works out to about $418 per year, or $35 per month. Barbour County is located in southeastern Alabama, with Clayton as its county seat, and is home to approximately 24,757 residents.
About Barbour County
Barbour County covers approximately 885.0 square miles in Alabama. The county is home to about 24,757 residents living in roughly 11,702 housing units, of which 52.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $44,290, and the median home was built in 1982.
The county seat is Clayton. Barbour County borders Bullock County, Dale County, Henry County, Pike County, Russell County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Alabama
Property taxes in Alabama are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Alabama offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Barbour County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Barbour County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbour County, AL | 0.38% | $109,900 | $418 |
| Alabama state average | 0.34% | — | $374* |
| Bullock County | 0.39% | $79,400 | $309 |
| Dale County | 0.33% | $129,100 | $426 |
| Henry County | 0.34% | $147,800 | $506 |
| Pike County | 0.27% | $149,000 | $403 |
| Russell County | 0.41% | $152,300 | $631 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Barbour County's median home value of $109,900. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Barbour County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Alabama?
At 0.38%, Barbour County is higher than the Alabama state average of 0.34%. On a home at the county median of $109,900, that means about $418 per year — versus $374 at the state average rate, a difference of $44 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Barbour County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Barbour County?
For a home at the county median value of $109,900, the annual property tax in Barbour County is approximately $418 — or about $35 per month. For a home worth $164,850, expect around $626 per year. For a $219,800 home, approximately $835 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Barbour County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Barbour County are handled by the Barbour County Assessor's office in Clayton. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Barbour County?
Alabama counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.38% shown here. Contact the Barbour County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File