Dallas County Property Tax Search

Dallas County property tax records are managed by separate Tax Assessor and Tax Collector offices in Selma. This historic Alabama Black Belt county is known for its Civil Rights history and rich farmland.

Dallas County Tax Assessor

Carroll Bonner serves as Tax Assessor for Dallas County. Unlike most Alabama counties that have a combined Revenue Commissioner, Dallas County uses the older system with separate offices. The Tax Assessor handles property valuations, exemptions, and maintaining the tax rolls. For payments, you go to the Tax Collector.

The Tax Assessor office is in the Dallas County Courthouse in downtown Selma. Staff can help with property searches, exemption applications, and questions about assessed values. The county uses Capture CAMA software for records, which provides online access to property data.

Dallas County Tax Collector

Tanika Wagner-Neely serves as Tax Collector for Dallas County. Her office handles tax payments, delinquent taxes, and tax sales. When you get your tax bill, payments go to this office. For questions about values or exemptions, contact the Tax Assessor first.

How to Search Dallas County Property Tax Records

You can search property tax records in Dallas County online or in person. The online portal through Capture CAMA is free and available anytime. For certified copies or detailed questions, visit the Tax Assessor office.

The Capture CAMA portal at dallas.capturecama.com lets you search by owner name, address, or parcel number. Results show assessed values, property details, and maps. For payment information and history, contact the Tax Collector.

To search Dallas County property records:

• Go to dallas.capturecama.com
• Enter owner name, address, or parcel ID
• Click Search
• Select a property for details

For in-person help, visit the courthouse in Selma. The Tax Assessor can look up values and exemptions. The Tax Collector handles payments and can tell you what is owed on a property in Dallas County.

Dallas County Property Tax Rates

Property tax rates in Dallas County are low. The state charges 6.5 mills. Dallas County adds its own rate. Selma adds city millage within limits. School taxes vary across the county.

Alabama uses three assessment classes. Homes are Class III at 10% of market value. Commercial is Class II at 20%. Utilities are Class I at 30%. A home worth $100,000 has an assessed value of $10,000. Taxes are based on that figure in Dallas County.

Typical millage components:

• State: 6.5 mills
• County general: varies
• County schools: varies
• City: if inside Selma limits

Dallas County property taxes are among the lowest in Alabama. The median bill is just a few hundred dollars per year. Under Code of Alabama Section 40-8-1, property is valued at market rate, but low values and the class system keep taxes minimal.

Property Assessment in Dallas County

The Tax Assessor values all real property in Dallas County. The lien date is October 1. Your value on that date sets the next year's tax. Changes affect following years.

Alabama requires a four-year reappraisal cycle. Each year, about 25% of Dallas County parcels get reviewed. Appraisers check sales and may visit properties. The Black Belt has a lot of farmland, which is valued based on productivity if enrolled in current use. The county sends notices when assessments change.

How assessment works:

• Appraisers set fair market value
• Multiply by class rate (10%, 20%, or 30%)
• Result is assessed value
• Apply millage for tax amount

Starting in 2025, Alabama caps annual increases at 7% for existing property. This provides stability though Dallas County values are generally stable anyway. The cap does not apply to new construction.

Paying Property Taxes in Dallas County

Property taxes in Dallas County are due October 1 and become delinquent after December 31. Interest starts at 1% per month after that. The county mails bills in fall. Contact the Tax Collector if yours does not arrive.

Payments go to the Tax Collector office, not the Tax Assessor. In-person payments work at the courthouse. Mail a check with your tax stub. Online payment may be available through the county system.

Payment options:

• In person at Tax Collector office
• By mail with check
• Online (check county portal)
• Drop box at courthouse

If you miss the deadline, interest adds up. After years of non-payment, the county can sell your property at tax sale. Contact the Tax Collector if you need help in Dallas County.

Property Tax Exemptions in Dallas County

Dallas County offers exemptions to reduce tax bills. Apply at the Tax Assessor office, not the Tax Collector. The homestead exemption is most common. It lowers county taxes on your primary residence. Apply before December 31.

Seniors 65 and over get extra relief under Code of Alabama Section 40-9-19. Disabled persons and veterans with 100% disability also qualify. Bring documentation to the Tax Assessor.

Available exemptions:

• Homestead: for owner-occupied residence
• Senior (65+): additional relief
• Disability: for total disability
• Veteran: for 100% service-connected disability
• Current use: for farm and timber land

Current use valuation is important in Dallas County's Black Belt farmland. Farm land gets taxed based on what it produces, not sale potential. This saves money on large agricultural tracts.

Appealing Your Property Assessment in Dallas County

If your value seems wrong, you can appeal. Start with the Tax Assessor. Most issues get resolved quickly. If not, file with the Board of Equalization.

Under Code of Alabama Section 40-3-24, you have appeal rights. Gather evidence: comparable sales, an appraisal, or photos. Present your case at the hearing.

Appeal steps:

• Review your assessment notice
• Gather evidence
• Contact Tax Assessor first
• File written appeal if needed
• Attend Board of Equalization hearing

The board meets in spring. They can adjust values. Most appeals with good evidence succeed in Dallas County.

Related Property Records in Dallas County

The Tax Assessor keeps valuation records. The Tax Collector has payment history. The Probate Court has deeds, mortgages, and liens. For ownership history, go there. All offices are in the courthouse.

Dallas County has GIS mapping for parcels. The maps show boundaries across the county.

Other property offices:

• Probate Court: deeds, mortgages, ownership
• GIS: parcel maps
• Building Department: permits
• Planning: zoning

Selma has historic districts. If buying property there, check for historic designations that may affect renovations.

Cities in Dallas County

Dallas County has several communities. Property tax assessment is done by the county Tax Assessor, and payments go to the Tax Collector.

Communities include Selma (county seat), Orrville, Valley Grande, and Plantersville. Selma has about 17,700 residents and is known for the Edmund Pettus Bridge and Civil Rights history. None have populations over 100,000, so all property tax matters go through the Dallas County offices.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Dallas County. Each has its own tax office.