Search Pickens County Property Tax Records

Pickens County property tax records are managed by the Revenue Commissioner in Carrollton. You can search parcels, check values, and pay taxes online or in person at the courthouse.

Pickens County Revenue Commissioner

The Pickens County Revenue Commissioner handles all property tax functions. Michelle Kirk serves as Revenue Commissioner. Her office appraises property, calculates taxes, and collects payments. The office is located in the Pickens County Courthouse in Carrollton.

Pickens County has a mix of residential, agricultural, and timber land. The Revenue Commissioner maintains records on all parcels in the county. Staff can help you find property cards, apply for exemptions, and pay your taxes. The office provides friendly service and can answer your property tax questions.

Search Pickens County Property Records Online

Pickens County provides online access to property tax records. Visit taxes.pickensalabama.com to search for any parcel. The system is free to use. You can search by owner name, property address, or parcel number.

The online portal shows property details and tax information. When you find a property, you can view land and building data, assessed values, and taxes owed. The county also has GIS mapping tools that show property boundaries on aerial photos.

What you can find online for Pickens County:

• Property owner name and address
• Property location and legal description
• Land acreage
• Building details if applicable
• Market value and assessed value
• Tax amounts due
• Exemptions applied
• Parcel maps and boundaries

You can pay taxes online through the county website. The system accepts credit cards and bank payments. This makes it easy to manage property taxes without traveling to Carrollton.

Pickens County Property Tax Rates

Property tax rates in Pickens County include state, county, and local taxes. Alabama charges 6.5 mills on all property. Pickens County adds millage for schools and county services. Cities like Reform and Aliceville add city taxes for properties inside their limits.

Assessment rates follow Alabama law. Residential property is assessed at 10% of market value. Commercial property is 20%. Agricultural and timber land is 10% and may qualify for current use valuation. The Revenue Commissioner determines each property's class and applies the correct rate.

How your Pickens County property tax is figured:

• Revenue Commissioner sets market value
• Assessment rate applied by property class
• Exemptions subtracted from assessed value
• Millage rates multiplied
• Result is your annual tax bill

Pickens County has significant timber land. Many landowners use the current use program to pay lower taxes on working forest. Contact the Revenue Commissioner to see if your property qualifies.

Pay Property Taxes in Pickens County

Property taxes in Pickens County are due October 1 each year. You have until December 31 to pay without penalty. After that, interest and fees start. The Revenue Commissioner mails bills in the fall. Pay on time even if you do not receive a bill.

Pickens County accepts several payment methods:

• Online at taxes.pickensalabama.com
• In person at the courthouse in Carrollton
• By mail with check or money order

Online payments may have a convenience fee for credit cards. The office accepts cash, checks, and money orders in person. When mailing, include your parcel number and allow time for delivery.

Late payment in Pickens County results in:

• Interest starting at 1% per month
• Additional fees over time
• Possible tax sale after several years

Contact the Revenue Commissioner if you need help paying. Options may exist to prevent tax sale.

Property Tax Exemptions in Pickens County

Pickens County residents can apply for exemptions to lower taxes. The homestead exemption is the most common. It removes up to $4,000 from the assessed value on your main home. Apply at the Revenue Commissioner office with your deed and ID. It stays on as long as you live there.

Seniors 65 and older get extra relief in Pickens County. The senior exemption eliminates state property tax and may reduce county taxes. Disabled homeowners qualify for similar benefits. Veterans with VA disability ratings have their own exemption.

Exemptions in Pickens County:

• Homestead: Up to $4,000 off assessed value
• Senior (65+): No state tax, may lower county
• Disability: Similar to senior exemption
• Veteran: Based on VA disability rating
• Current use: Farm, timber, wildlife land

Apply by December 31 for the next year. New homeowners should apply soon after buying. The Revenue Commissioner can help you get all exemptions you qualify for.

Appeal Property Values in Pickens County

If your property value seems too high, you can appeal. Start by contacting the Revenue Commissioner. Staff can review your property data and fix errors. Wrong square footage or incorrect information are common problems. Many disputes are resolved at this informal stage.

If you still disagree, file a formal appeal. The Board of Equalization hears these cases in Pickens County. You present evidence to support a lower value. Bring recent sales of similar properties, an appraisal, or photos showing condition issues.

Appeal process in Pickens County:

• Review your assessment notice
• Contact Revenue Commissioner with concerns
• Request informal review
• File formal appeal if needed
• Attend Board of Equalization hearing
• Present your evidence
• Receive the decision

Act fast when you get your notice. The appeal deadline is limited each year.

Related Records in Pickens County

Other Pickens County offices keep property records. The Probate Court handles deeds, mortgages, and plats. Deed records show ownership history. The Probate Court also processes estates that include property.

The Circuit Clerk has court files involving real estate. Foreclosures, quiet title suits, and liens go through the court. For building and zoning, contact the county or city depending on where the property is located.

Pickens County borders the Tombigbee River. Waterfront properties may have special considerations. TVA properties along the river do not pay taxes. Private properties near the water are taxed normally by the Revenue Commissioner.

Cities in Pickens County

Pickens County contains several towns. The county seat is Carrollton. Other communities include Reform, Aliceville, and Gordo. All property taxes are assessed and collected by the county Revenue Commissioner. City residents pay additional city taxes.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Pickens County. Verify which county your property is in for tax purposes.