Rate Breakdown

Property taxes in Conecuh County are calculated by multiplying the assessed value (minus exemptions) by the total local millage rate.

How Property Tax Works in Conecuh County

Conecuh County, like the rest of Alabama, funds local services—schools, roads, public safety—through property taxes. The process begins with a yearly assessment of each parcel’s market value, performed by the Conecuh County Property Appraiser. The appraiser reviews recent sales of comparable properties, construction costs, and any improvements or depreciation to determine a “fair cash value.”

After the market value is set, the County applies a statutory assessment ratio (currently 10 % for residential property and 20 % for commercial and industrial parcels). The resulting “assessed value” is the base on which the tax is calculated.

Taxes are then levied using millage rates, expressed in mills (one‑tenth of a cent, or $1 per $1,000 of assessed value). For 2024, Conecuh County’s combined millage rate—incorporating county, school district, and any special districts—stands at approximately 5.68 mills. To estimate your tax bill, multiply your assessed value by the millage rate and divide by 1,000.

• Example: Assessed value $30,000 × 5.68 mills = $170.40 annual tax.
• Adjustments may occur if the County adopts new millage rates or if local jurisdictions approve additional levies.

Available Exemptions

Alabama law provides several exemptions that can lower your taxable base. Eligibility is determined by the Property Appraiser and must be applied for each tax year.

• Homestead Exemption: Reduces the assessed value of a primary residence by $1,000 (or a higher amount if the homeowner is a senior citizen or disabled).
• Senior Citizen Exemption: Homeowners age 65 or older may receive an additional $1,000 reduction, plus a $500 exemption for each dependent over age 5.
• Disability Exemption: Qualifying disabled individuals (or their spouses) receive a $1,000 exemption, with an extra $500 for each dependent.
• Veteran Exemption: Armed Forces veterans with a service‑connected disability, or who are 100 % disabled, may claim up to a $3,500 reduction in assessed value.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Conecuh County collects property taxes in two installments. Timely payment avoids penalties and interest.

• First Installment: Due October 1. Payments made after this date incur a 6 % late surcharge.
• Second Installment: Due March 1 of the following year. Late payments attract a 6 % surcharge plus a 0.5 % monthly interest on the overdue balance.
• Installment Options: Taxpayers may split the total amount into the two standard installments or, with prior approval, arrange quarterly payments to better match cash flow.
• Payment Methods: In‑person at the Conecuh County Tax Office, online via the County’s secure portal, or by mailed check (postmarked by the due date).

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe your property has been over‑assessed, Conecuh County offers a clear, three‑step appeals process.

• Step 1 – Informal Review: Contact the Property Appraiser’s office within 30 days of receiving the assessment notice. Provide supporting evidence (e.g., recent comparable sales, appraisal report).
• Step 2 – Formal Protest: If the informal review does not resolve the issue, file a written protest with the Conecuh County Board of Equalization within 45 days of the assessment date. Include a copy of the assessment, the basis for protest, and any documentation.
• Step 3 – Hearing & Decision: The Board will schedule a hearing, typically within 60 days of the protest filing. Attend the hearing, present your case, and the Board will issue a written decision. If unsatisfied, you may appeal to the Alabama Board of Tax Review.

Keeping records of all communications, appraisals, and comparable sales will strengthen your case and help ensure a fair outcome.