Tuscaloosa is home to the University of Alabama and a growing automotive-manufacturing base anchored by Mercedes-Benz. Tuscaloosa County's property tax rate is low, and student and staff demand keeps the market steady year-round.
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Tuscaloosa housing market
The 0.42% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Tuscaloosa and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Alabama average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Tuscaloosa buyers. Many Tuscaloosa properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $50/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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