Wilcox County, AL Property Tax: $309/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Wilcox County is 0.37% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $84,200, that works out to about $312 per year, or $26 per month. Wilcox County is located in central Alabama, with Camden as its county seat, and is home to approximately 10,347 residents.
About Wilcox County
Wilcox County covers approximately 887.9 square miles in Alabama. The county is home to about 10,347 residents living in roughly 5,314 housing units, of which 54.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $42,236, and the median home was built in 1985.
The county seat is Camden. Wilcox County borders Butler County, Clarke County, Dallas County, Lowndes County, Marengo 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 Wilcox County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Wilcox County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilcox County, AL | 0.37% | $84,200 | $312 |
| Alabama state average | 0.34% | — | $286* |
| Butler County | 0.34% | $99,700 | $342 |
| Clarke County | 0.31% | $126,400 | $388 |
| Dallas County | 0.42% | $97,400 | $413 |
| Lowndes County | 0.41% | $80,600 | $329 |
| Marengo County | 0.38% | $103,400 | $397 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Wilcox County's median home value of $84,200. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wilcox County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Alabama?
At 0.37%, Wilcox County is higher than the Alabama state average of 0.34%. On a home at the county median of $84,200, that means about $312 per year — versus $286 at the state average rate, a difference of $26 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Wilcox County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Wilcox County?
For a home at the county median value of $84,200, the annual property tax in Wilcox County is approximately $312 — or about $26 per month. For a home worth $126,300, expect around $467 per year. For a $168,400 home, approximately $623 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Wilcox County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Wilcox County are handled by the Wilcox County Assessor's office in Camden. 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 Wilcox 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 Wilcox 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