Clarke County, AL Property Tax: $388/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Clarke County is 0.31% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $126,400, that works out to about $392 per year, or $33 per month. Clarke County is located in southwestern Alabama, and is home to approximately 22,802 residents.
About Clarke County
Clarke County covers approximately 1,238.4 square miles in Alabama. The county is home to about 22,802 residents living in roughly 11,727 housing units, of which 51.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $49,167, and the median home was built in 1982.
Clarke County borders Baldwin County, Choctaw County, Marengo County, Monroe County, Washington 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 Clarke County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Clarke County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarke County, AL | 0.31% | $126,400 | $392 |
| Alabama state average | 0.34% | — | $430* |
| Baldwin County | 0.31% | $287,000 | $881 |
| Choctaw County | 0.18% | $111,800 | $199 |
| Marengo County | 0.38% | $103,400 | $397 |
| Monroe County | 0.32% | $114,900 | $362 |
| Washington County | 0.23% | $152,800 | $357 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Clarke County's median home value of $126,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Clarke County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Alabama?
At 0.31%, Clarke County is lower than the Alabama state average of 0.34%. On a home at the county median of $126,400, that means about $392 per year — versus $430 at the state average rate, a difference of $38 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Clarke County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Clarke County?
For a home at the county median value of $126,400, the annual property tax in Clarke County is approximately $392 — or about $33 per month. For a home worth $189,600, expect around $588 per year. For a $252,800 home, approximately $784 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Clarke County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Clarke County are handled by the Clarke County Assessor's office. 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 Clarke 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 0.31% shown here. Contact the Clarke 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