Property Taxes in Auburn, Alabama
Median Auburn, Alabama effective property tax rate: 0.53%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Alabama state median of 0.47%.
Median Auburn, Alabama home value: $307,680
Median annual Auburn, Alabama tax bill: $2,015, $385 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Lee calculated?
Property taxes in Auburn, 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 Auburn's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Auburn, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Auburn Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Auburn property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Auburn's median effective tax rate of 0.53% — based on actual property records in Lee 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 Auburn'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 Auburn: rates range from $1,881 in 36832 to $2,094 in 36830, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
Auburn's median effective tax rate is lower than Alabama's 0.47% state median tax rate, and the median property tax bill of $2,015 is $385 lower than the state median. For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Auburn.
About Auburn Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Auburn, Lee, Alabama
Auburn's median effective property tax rate of 0.53% is higher than the Alabama state median of 0.47% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Lee 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 Auburn. Homeowners in the 36832 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.54%, while those in 36879 pay 0.52%. This spread — 0.02 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Lee County.
Auburn 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 Auburn, Lee 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 Auburn'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 Ă· 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 Auburn Tax Rate
0.53%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Lee County Tax Rate
0.52%
Median Effective Alabama Tax Rate
0.47%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Auburn, Lee County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36830 | 0.47% | 0.52% | 0.53% | 1.08% | 1.08% |
| 36832 | 0.47% | 0.52% | 0.54% | 1.08% | 1.08% |
| 36879 | 0.31% | 0.42% | 0.52% | 0.53% | 0.60% |
| 36831 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Auburn, Lee County, Alabama
When examining property taxes in Auburn, 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 Lee 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 Lee County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the 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. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Auburn.
For example, the median home price in Auburn is $307,680, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 36879 has the highest median home price at $390,570.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Auburn, Lee County, Alabama
Source: Ownwell
$139,900
$317,370
$494,840
Median Auburn Market Value
$307,680
Median Lee County Market Value
$251,740
Median Alabama Market Value
$169,700
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Auburn, Lee County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36830 | $175,900 | $237,080 | $319,860 | $459,765 | $675,120 |
| 36832 | $107,748 | $172,760 | $271,270 | $381,230 | $481,772 |
| 36879 | $115,688 | $281,655 | $390,570 | $509,165 | $702,550 |
| 36831 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Auburn, Lee County, Alabama
How are property tax bills calculated in Auburn?
Property tax bills in Auburn are based on the assessed value of a home, which is tied to its market value and the local tax rate set by the county and other taxing authorities. A higher assessed value generally means a higher tax bill, while a lower assessed value can reduce what a homeowner owes. The calculation also reflects local budgets and the services funded by property taxes, such as schools and infrastructure.
What factors affect a homeowner’s bill?
Home value is the biggest factor, and Auburn’s median home price of $307,680 helps explain why bills can vary widely across the city. The typical tax bill ranges from $1,419 at the 25th percentile to $2,798 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile reaching $3,844. That means many homeowners pay above the national median property tax bill of $2,400, depending on where their home is located and how it is assessed.
Median Auburn Tax Bill
$2,015
Median Lee County Tax Bill
$1,422
Median Alabama Tax Bill
$813
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Auburn, Lee County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36830 | $1,133 | $1,497 | $2,094 | $2,926 | $4,053 |
| 36832 | $658 | $1,184 | $1,881 | $2,506 | $3,327 |
| 36879 | $442 | $1,332 | $1,956 | $2,624 | $3,507 |
| 36831 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
Links | |
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| Lee Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.deltacomputersystems.com |