Colbert County, AL Property Tax: $604/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Colbert County is 0.37% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $161,600, that works out to about $598 per year, or $50 per month. Colbert County is located in northwestern Alabama, and is home to approximately 57,648 residents.
About Colbert County
Colbert County covers approximately 593.0 square miles in Alabama. The county is home to about 57,648 residents living in roughly 27,887 housing units, of which 61.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $56,736, and the median home was built in 1980.
Colbert County borders Franklin County, Lauderdale County, Lawrence County, Tishomingo 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 Colbert County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Colbert County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colbert County, AL | 0.37% | $161,600 | $598 |
| Alabama state average | 0.34% | — | $549* |
| Franklin County | 0.34% | $128,000 | $432 |
| Lauderdale County | 0.38% | $185,800 | $697 |
| Lawrence County | 0.30% | $150,700 | $459 |
| Tishomingo County | 0.54% | $132,500 | $713 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Colbert County's median home value of $161,600. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Colbert County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Alabama?
At 0.37%, Colbert County is higher than the Alabama state average of 0.34%. On a home at the county median of $161,600, that means about $598 per year — versus $549 at the state average rate, a difference of $49 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Colbert County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Colbert County?
For a home at the county median value of $161,600, the annual property tax in Colbert County is approximately $598 — or about $50 per month. For a home worth $242,400, expect around $897 per year. For a $323,200 home, approximately $1,196 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Colbert County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Colbert County are handled by the Colbert 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 Colbert 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 0.37% shown here. Contact the Colbert 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