Property Taxes in Hamilton, Alabama
Median Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, Alabama home value: $104,810
Median annual Hamilton, Alabama tax bill: $354, $2,046 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Marion calculated?
Property taxes in Hamilton, 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 Hamilton's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Hamilton, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Hamilton Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Hamilton property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Hamilton's median effective tax rate of 0.30% — based on actual property records in Marion 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 Hamilton'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 Hamilton: rates range from 0.30% in 35570 to 0.30% in 35570, 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 Hamilton.
About Hamilton Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Hamilton, Marion, Alabama
Hamilton'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 Marion 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 Hamilton. Homeowners in the 35570 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.30%, while those in the same ZIP pay 0.30%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Marion County. Understanding which part of Hamilton you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Hamilton 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 Hamilton, Marion 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 Hamilton'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 Hamilton 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 Marion County Tax Rate
0.31%
Median Effective Alabama Tax Rate
0.47%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Hamilton, Marion County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35570 | 0.21% | 0.25% | 0.30% | 0.54% | 0.64% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hamilton, Marion County, Alabama
When examining property taxes in Hamilton, 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 Marion 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 Marion County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
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 Hamilton is $104,810, with a median tax bill of $354. The highest median home price is in 35570 at $104,810.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hamilton, Marion County, Alabama
Source: Ownwell
$65,595
$92,755
$119,915
Median Hamilton Market Value
$104,810
Median Marion County Market Value
$95,115
Median Alabama Market Value
$169,700
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hamilton, Marion County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35570 | $33,562 | $61,705 | $104,810 | $168,261 | $254,976 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Hamilton, Marion County, Alabama
Hamilton property tax bills are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local tax rates are applied to that assessed value to determine the amount owed each year, so changes in assessment can directly affect the final bill. For homeowners in Hamilton, the median home price is $104,810, which helps explain why tax bills can vary widely from one property to another.
The typical property tax bill in the area is $354.00, and that figure is the same in the highest and lowest median-tax ZIP code listed, 35570. For many homeowners, the bill depends on how the home is classified, any exemptions that apply, and whether the assessed value reflects recent changes in the property or neighborhood. Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400, Hamilton homeowners generally face much lower annual property tax costs.
Median Hamilton Tax Bill
$354
Median Marion County Tax Bill
$327
Median Alabama Tax Bill
$813
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Hamilton, Marion County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35570 | $108 | $200 | $354 | $584 | $868 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 1 |
Links | |
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| Marion Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.alabamagis.com |