Colbert County Property Tax Calculator
Accurate property tax estimates for Colbert County including 6 incorporated cities and unincorporated areas.
Property Tax Calculator
Alabama Class III Residential
Reduces assessed value by $6,000
Total Millage Rate: 35.0 mills
State: 6.5 | County: 14.5 | School: 14
Colbert County Tax Rates
State Mills
6.5
County Mills
14.5
School Mills
14
Unincorporated Total
35
Cities in Colbert County
| City | City Mills | Total Mills |
|---|---|---|
| Cherokee | 4 | 39 |
| Leighton | 5 | 40 |
| Littleville | 4 | 39 |
| Muscle Shoals | 9.5 | 44.5 |
| Sheffield | 10 | 45 |
| Tuscumbia | 8 | 43 |
| Unincorporated Areas | — | 35 |
About Property Taxes in Colbert County
Property taxes in Colbert County, Alabama are calculated using the state's Class III residential assessment rate of 10%. This means only 10% of your property's appraised value is subject to taxation. The total millage rate for unincorporated areas of Colbert County is 35 mills, which includes state (6.5 mills), county (14.5 mills), and school district (14 mills) components.
If you own and occupy your home as your primary residence in Colbert County, you may qualify for Alabama's homestead exemption. This reduces your assessed value by $6,000 ($4,000 state + $2,000 county) before the millage rate is applied, potentially saving you hundreds of dollars annually on your property taxes.
Colbert County has 6 incorporated cities: Cherokee, Leighton, Littleville, Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, Tuscumbia. Properties within city limits are subject to additional municipal millage rates, which typically range from the lowest city rate to the highest. Use the calculator above to see the exact rate for your specific location.