Section, Jackson County, Alabama Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Section, Alabama
Median Section, Alabama effective property tax rate: 0.30%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Alabama state median of 0.47%.
Median Section, Alabama home value: $105,400
Median annual Section, Alabama tax bill: $310, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Jackson calculated?
Property taxes in Section, Alabama are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Section's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Section, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Section, Jackson County, Alabama Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.3%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the SECTION Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this SECTION property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies SECTION's median effective tax rate of 0.30% — based on actual property records in Jackson County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies SECTION's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within SECTION: rates range from 0.30% in 35771 to 0.30% in 35771, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across SECTION.
About Section Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in SECTION, Jackson, Alabama
SECTION's median effective property tax rate of 0.30% is lower than the Alabama state median of 0.47% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Jackson County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across SECTION. Homeowners in the 35771 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.30%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 0.30%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Jackson County. Understanding where you live in SECTION can still help you better understand your annual tax bill.
SECTION homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the May 1, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Section, Jackson County, Alabama
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Section's effective property tax rate to other cities in Alabama and the median property tax rates in Alabama and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Section Tax Rate
0.30%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Jackson County Tax Rate
0.31%
Median Effective Alabama Tax Rate
0.47%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Section, Jackson County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35771 | 0.18% | 0.24% | 0.30% | 0.34% | 0.60% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Section, Jackson County, Alabama
When examining property taxes in {city_name}, Alabama, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Jackson County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Jackson County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of {month when notices are sent}.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. For example, the median home price in {cityname} is $105,400, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. {zipcode} has the highest median home price at $105,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Section, Jackson County, Alabama
Source: Ownwell
$64,200
$153,750
$243,300
Median Section Market Value
$105,400
Median Jackson County Market Value
$105,200
Median Alabama Market Value
$169,700
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Section, Jackson County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35771 | $26,200 | $51,500 | $105,400 | $186,900 | $292,980 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Section, Jackson County, Alabama
Property tax bills in Section are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Jackson County. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which can raise or lower the tax bill. Homeowners are taxed on that assessed value, not the price they originally paid for the home.
In this area, the median home price is $105,400, and the median property tax bill is $310.00. That is far below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Property tax bills can vary widely from one homeowner to another, with bills at the 25th percentile at $145, the 75th percentile at $543, and the 90th percentile at $862. These differences reflect how local assessments and tax rates affect what homeowners ultimately owe.
Median Section Tax Bill
$310
Median Jackson County Tax Bill
$373
Median Alabama Tax Bill
$813
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Section, Jackson County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35771 | $73 | $145 | $310 | $543 | $862 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 1 |
Links | |
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| Jackson Tax Assessor | |
| Website | jacksonproperty.countygovservices.com |