Limestone County car tax
A car worth $25,000 in Limestone County, AL pays about $150 a year in personal property tax (40 mills).
Limestone County car tax calculator
- Assessed value: $25,000 × 15% = $3,750
- Tax: $3,750 × 40 mills = $150
Towns value cars from pricing guides (average retail or trade-in), not what you paid. Your bill may be prorated for months you owned the car.
Car tax in Limestone County by car value
| Car value | Yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $60 | $5 |
| $15,000 | $90 | $8 |
| $20,000 | $120 | $10 |
| $25,000 | $150 | $13 |
| $30,000 | $180 | $15 |
| $40,000 | $240 | $20 |
| $50,000 | $300 | $25 |
| $75,000 | $450 | $38 |
Buying a car in Alabama: one-time tax
Alabama automotive sales/use tax — 2%, plus local sales tax where you live. Your trade-in is subtracted before tax.
County and city automotive sales taxes are added. Trade-in credit: medium confidence.
Cut what your car costs in Limestone County
Car tax is set by your town, but your loan and insurance aren't. Refinancing a car loan at a lower rate often saves more each year than the tax itself.
Other counties in Alabama
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- Hale County$161/yr
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- Houston County$135/yr
- Jackson County$182/yr
- Jefferson County$272/yr
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- Lauderdale County$184/yr
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Yearly tax on a $25,000 car.
Questions
What is the car tax rate in Limestone County, AL?
40 mills for 2025.
How is car tax calculated in Limestone County?
Assessed value: $25,000 × 15% = $3,750 → Tax: $3,750 × 40 mills = $150
How much is car tax on a $30,000 car in Limestone County?
About $180 a year.
When is car tax due in Limestone County?
Paid every year with registration renewal in your renewal month (based on your last name's first letter or a staggered schedule).
How is Alabama vehicle ad valorem tax calculated?
Market value × 15% × total millage ÷ 1,000.
Is the Alabama car tax deductible?
Yes. The ad valorem part of your tag renewal is a value-based personal property tax.
Sources
- Alabama Department of Revenue – 2025 Millage Rates (October 2025, by county)
- Alabama Department of Revenue – Property tax assessment (Class IV motor vehicles at 15%)
- Alabama DOR – Vehicle valuation
- Alabama DOR – Motor vehicle
Last checked October 14, 2026. Rates are for passenger cars owned by individuals; leased, business and specialty vehicles can differ. Confirm with your tax collector or commissioner of the revenue.