Dallas County is located in south-central Alabama along the Alabama River, within the state’s Black Belt region. Established in 1818 and named for U.S. Treasury Secretary Alexander J. Dallas, the county developed around plantation agriculture and river commerce and later became a focal point of the modern civil rights movement. The county seat is Selma, which remains its principal population center and service hub. Dallas County is mid-sized in population, with roughly 38,000 residents, and includes a mix of small urban neighborhoods in and around Selma and extensive rural areas. The landscape features rolling plains, fertile soils, and broad river bottoms that support farming and timber production. Public-sector employment, education, health services, and manufacturing also contribute to the local economy. Culturally, the county is closely associated with African American heritage and nationally significant civil rights sites and commemorations.
Dallas County Local Demographic Profile
Dallas County is located in south-central Alabama along the Alabama River, with Selma as the county seat. The county lies within the Black Belt region and is part of the Selma metropolitan area as defined by federal statistical geography.
Population Size
According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Dallas County, Alabama profile (data.census.gov), Dallas County’s population size is reported in the Bureau’s most recent releases shown in the profile (Decennial Census and American Community Survey tables, as available in that profile).
Age & Gender
Age distribution and sex (gender) composition for Dallas County are published by the U.S. Census Bureau in the same Dallas County, Alabama profile on data.census.gov, including:
- Breakdown by age cohorts (e.g., under 18, working-age, and older adult groups, plus detailed age bands in ACS tables)
- Male and female population counts and shares (sex ratio can be derived from those figures)
Racial & Ethnic Composition
County-level race and Hispanic/Latino origin statistics are reported by the U.S. Census Bureau in the Dallas County profile on data.census.gov. The profile includes standard Census categories (race alone and in combination, and Hispanic/Latino origin as an ethnicity reported separately from race), with figures available from the Decennial Census and the American Community Survey where applicable.
Household & Housing Data
Household characteristics and housing stock indicators are available through the U.S. Census Bureau’s Dallas County, Alabama profile (data.census.gov), including commonly used measures such as:
- Number of households and average household size
- Owner-occupied vs. renter-occupied housing (tenure)
- Housing unit counts, occupancy/vacancy, and selected housing characteristics reported in ACS tables
Local Government Reference
For county government context and planning resources, visit the Dallas County official website.
Email Usage
Dallas County, Alabama is anchored by Selma and includes large rural areas; lower population density and longer “last‑mile” distances can constrain broadband buildout and reduce routine use of online services such as email. Direct county-level email usage statistics are not routinely published, so email adoption is summarized using proxy indicators from federal surveys.
Digital access indicators: The U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) tables on internet subscriptions and computer ownership provide the primary proxy for email access, reporting the share of households with broadband (cable/fiber/DSL) and with a desktop/laptop or smartphone; these measures track the practical ability to create and regularly access email accounts.
Age distribution: ACS age profiles for Dallas County (via data.census.gov) are relevant because older age groups typically show lower adoption of online account-based communication and greater reliance on non-digital channels.
Gender distribution: ACS sex composition is available from the Census and is generally less predictive of email adoption than age and access variables.
Connectivity limitations: Federal broadband availability and provider data (served/underserved areas, technology types) can be referenced through the FCC National Broadband Map, which documents infrastructure constraints affecting reliable email access.
Mobile Phone Usage
Dallas County is in south-central Alabama, anchored by the City of Selma and bordered by largely rural, low-density communities and agricultural/forested land. The county’s settlement pattern (one small urban center surrounded by wide rural areas) and its generally flat-to-rolling terrain typical of Alabama’s Black Belt influence mobile connectivity primarily through tower spacing, backhaul availability, and the economics of serving dispersed populations.
Key terms and data limitations (network availability vs. adoption)
Network availability refers to whether mobile broadband service is reported as present in an area (coverage). Adoption refers to whether residents actually subscribe to and use mobile service (household or individual usage). County-level adoption is often measured through surveys and is not always reported with the same precision as coverage maps. Where Dallas County–specific adoption metrics are not published, the most reliable public sources are state-level or tract-level survey products and national datasets.
Mobile penetration and access indicators (adoption)
Household access to internet and devices (survey-based)
Publicly accessible, standardized measures for local adoption are primarily available through U.S. Census survey products, which report internet subscription types and device availability. The most commonly used sources are:
- The U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) “Computer and Internet Use” tables (including smartphone-only or cellular data plan measures where available) via data.census.gov (U.S. Census Bureau).
- The Census Bureau’s program pages documenting how these estimates are produced and defined, including internet subscription and device categories, via the American Community Survey (ACS).
County-level limitation: ACS device and subscription estimates are sometimes published at county level but can be suppressed or have large margins of error for smaller populations and subgroups. When Dallas County–specific estimates are not stable, tract-level estimates (within the county) or broader geographies (region/state) are typically more reliable.
Mobile-only reliance (contextual indicator)
“Smartphone-only” or “cellular data plan only” internet reliance is a common access indicator in rural and low-income areas, where fixed broadband availability or affordability constraints exist. Reliable quantification for Dallas County requires extracting the county’s ACS estimates from data.census.gov; publicly posted county narratives frequently report broader state or multi-county patterns rather than Dallas-specific figures.
Mobile internet usage patterns and network availability (4G/5G)
Reported mobile broadband coverage (availability)
The primary authoritative source for U.S. coverage reporting is the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Broadband Data Collection (BDC). FCC data distinguishes mobile coverage by technology generation and provider-reported service areas.
- FCC coverage and availability data can be accessed through the FCC National Broadband Map.
- The FCC’s methodology and reporting framework for the Broadband Data Collection is documented at FCC Broadband Data Collection.
Dallas County availability overview (general, map-based):
- 4G LTE: Reported LTE coverage is typically widespread along the Selma urban area, major highways, and populated corridors. Rural gaps can persist in less densely populated areas and where tower spacing is wider.
- 5G (low-band vs. mid-band vs. high-band): The FCC map distinguishes reported 5G availability but does not inherently convey performance (capacity) differences without deeper analysis. In many non-metro counties, reported 5G is often low-band and concentrated near population centers and primary roadways, while mid-band (higher capacity) and high-band/mmWave (very localized) tend to be more limited outside dense urban environments. Dallas County–specific confirmation of where each 5G layer is present requires viewing provider layers directly on the FCC National Broadband Map.
Performance and congestion (usage experience vs. coverage)
Coverage availability does not equal consistent user experience. Actual mobile internet performance depends on spectrum layers deployed, tower density, backhaul, device capability, and network load. Public, standardized county-level performance reporting is less consistent than availability reporting; third-party measurement platforms exist, but they are not authoritative governmental datasets.
Common device types (smartphones vs. other devices)
The most consistent public categorization of device types comes from Census survey tables that distinguish:
- Smartphone
- Desktop or laptop
- Tablet or other portable wireless computer
- Other/combined device availability
- Internet subscription types (including cellular data plan, broadband such as cable/fiber/DSL, and satellite in some tables)
These categories are available through data.census.gov under ACS “Computer and Internet Use” products. Dallas County’s device mix (smartphones versus other devices) is best described by citing those ACS tables directly because local retail/device telemetry is not generally published at the county level.
County-level limitation: Many public discussions of rural connectivity emphasize smartphone dependence, but Dallas County–specific device shares must be taken from ACS estimates for defensible reporting.
Demographic and geographic factors influencing mobile usage
Rurality and population density
Dallas County’s combination of a small urban hub (Selma) and broad rural areas tends to produce:
- More uniform coverage near the urban center and along highways
- Greater risk of weaker signal and capacity constraints in sparsely populated areas, where fewer towers serve larger geographic footprints
These patterns are reflected in the way mobile coverage is typically reported and visualized on the FCC National Broadband Map.
Income, affordability, and digital inclusion
Affordability constraints can influence household adoption and the likelihood of mobile-only internet reliance. County-specific, survey-based measures of income and internet subscription types are available through:
Local and state planning documents sometimes summarize affordability and adoption issues, but county-level quantification should be grounded in ACS estimates or other standardized survey sources.
Infrastructure and backhaul
Mobile capacity and reliability depend on backhaul (fiber/microwave links) and the economics of upgrading sites. County-level backhaul inventories are not commonly published in a standardized public format. State broadband planning resources provide broader infrastructure context for Alabama:
- The state’s broadband program and planning resources are commonly compiled through the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) (which administers major broadband initiatives and planning in Alabama).
Distinguishing availability from adoption in Dallas County (summary)
- Availability (coverage): Best documented through provider-reported mobile broadband coverage in the FCC BDC, viewable on the FCC National Broadband Map. This shows where 4G LTE and reported 5G are available, but it does not directly measure take-up or typical speeds experienced.
- Adoption (household use): Best documented through survey estimates of device ownership and internet subscriptions in U.S. Census Bureau data. These data describe how households connect (cellular data plan, fixed broadband, combinations) and what devices they have, but precision can vary at county level.
Primary public data sources for Dallas County–specific reporting
- FCC National Broadband Map (coverage/availability by technology and provider)
- FCC Broadband Data Collection (methodology and reporting)
- U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) tables on device ownership and internet subscriptions
- American Community Survey documentation (definitions, sampling, reliability)
- ADECA (Alabama broadband planning and program context)
Stated limitation: A “detailed” numeric profile (penetration rates, smartphone share, cellular-only reliance) specifically for Dallas County requires extracting the county’s ACS estimates from data.census.gov and pairing them with FCC BDC layers from the FCC National Broadband Map. Public narrative sources generally do not publish Dallas County–only figures in a single, ready-made table.
Social Media Trends
Dallas County is in the south‑central “Black Belt” region of Alabama, with Selma as the county seat and largest city. The county’s cultural significance (notably its civil rights history) and largely rural-to-small‑city settlement pattern shape social media use toward mobile-first access and community-oriented sharing, consistent with broader Alabama and U.S. usage patterns.
User statistics (local availability and best proxies)
- County-specific “% active on social media” estimates are not published in a standardized way by major U.S. survey programs. The most reliable benchmarks come from national survey research and broadband/device access indicators.
- U.S. adult social media use (benchmark): About 69% of U.S. adults report using at least one social media site. Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
- Alabama digital access context (proxy relevant to Dallas County): Social media activity correlates strongly with smartphone ownership and home broadband adoption. The most widely used official metrics for broadband availability and adoption are maintained by the FCC and U.S. Census programs, which help contextualize likely access patterns in rural counties. See FCC National Broadband Map and American Community Survey (ACS).
Age group trends (who uses social media most)
National age patterns are consistently the strongest predictor of social media participation:
- 18–29: Highest usage (about 84% use social media).
- 30–49: High usage (about 81%).
- 50–64: Majority usage (about 73%).
- 65+: Lower but substantial usage (about 45%).
Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
In Dallas County’s context (older median age than many metropolitan counties and a rural population share), these national differences typically translate into heavier concentration of daily social media activity among working-age adults and younger residents, with lower penetration among seniors.
Gender breakdown
Across U.S. adults, overall social media use shows small gender differences relative to age differences:
- Women: about 72% report using social media.
- Men: about 65% report using social media.
Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
Platform-specific gaps are larger than overall usage, particularly on visually oriented and messaging-forward platforms (see “Most-used platforms”).
Most‑used platforms (percent of U.S. adults; used as the most reliable comparable baseline)
County-level platform shares are generally not available from public, methodologically transparent surveys; the most reliable comparison uses national platform penetration:
- YouTube: ~83%
- Facebook: ~68%
- Instagram: ~47%
- Pinterest: ~35%
- TikTok: ~33%
- LinkedIn: ~30%
- X (formerly Twitter): ~22%
- Snapchat: ~27%
- WhatsApp: ~29%
Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
In rural/small-city counties like Dallas County, Facebook and YouTube typically serve as the broadest-reach platforms, while Instagram/TikTok skew younger and LinkedIn skews toward residents with higher educational attainment and professional-network needs.
Behavioral trends (engagement patterns and preferences most relevant to Dallas County)
- High-frequency use is common among users: A majority of social media users report daily use, and many report near-constant access on mobile devices, aligning with mobile-first engagement patterns documented in national internet use research. Source: Pew Research Center: Internet & Technology research.
- Community information flow: In smaller cities and rural areas, Facebook Groups, local Pages, and share-based circulation are commonly used for local news, community events, church/community organizing, school updates, and informal commerce. This aligns with Facebook’s broad adult reach and strong “local network” utility. Source baseline platform reach: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
- Video-led consumption: YouTube’s broad penetration supports information-seeking and entertainment behaviors that do not require dense social graphs; it also complements local broadband variability because video use can shift between Wi‑Fi and mobile data. Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
- Age-based platform sorting: Younger adults disproportionately concentrate activity on Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat, while older adults concentrate more on Facebook. Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
- Messaging and private sharing: National patterns show continued growth of private or semi-private sharing (DMs, group chats) relative to public posting, particularly among younger users; this affects how community information spreads (more screenshots, forwards, and group distribution than public posts). Source: Pew Research Center: Internet & Technology research.
Family & Associates Records
Dallas County, Alabama maintains family and associate-related public records through a mix of county offices and state vital records systems. Birth and death records are Alabama vital records and are issued by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH); certified copies are also commonly requested through county health departments. Marriage records are handled through the Alabama probate court system; Dallas County marriage records are generally accessed via the Dallas County Probate Office (Dallas County Probate Office). Divorce case files are maintained by the Dallas County Circuit Clerk (Dallas County Circuit Clerk). Adoption records are generally confidential under state law and are not available as public records.
Public databases for court-related records may be available through statewide systems rather than county-hosted search portals. Alabama’s statewide court records and e-filing access points are provided through the Alabama Administrative Office of Courts (Alabama Courts Information System (ACIS)). Official vital records information and ordering methods are provided by ADPH (ADPH Vital Records).
Access methods include online ordering (state vital records portals) and in-person requests at the relevant office (probate, circuit clerk, or health department). Privacy restrictions commonly limit access to certified birth and death certificates to eligible requesters; recent vital records and adoption files are typically restricted, while many court dockets and recorded instruments are more broadly public.
Marriage & Divorce Records
Types of records available
Marriage records
- Marriage license applications and licenses: Issued by the county probate court and recorded in the county’s marriage record books.
- Marriage certificates/returns: The executed license return (proof the ceremony occurred) is typically recorded with the license.
- Certified copies: Commonly available for recorded marriage instruments.
Divorce records
- Divorce case files: Court pleadings, orders, and associated filings maintained as part of the civil case record.
- Final divorce decrees (judgments): The court’s final order dissolving the marriage, kept within the divorce case file and available as certified copies through the clerk.
- Statewide divorce certificates (vital record index products): Alabama maintains divorce certificate records for many years; these are distinct from the full decree.
Annulment records
- Annulment case files and final orders: Handled as court actions and maintained in the same general manner as divorce case files; the final judgment declares the marriage void or voidable under law.
Where records are filed and how they can be accessed
Dallas County marriage filings
- Filed/recorded with: Dallas County Probate Court (marriage licenses and recorded returns).
- Access: In-person access and certified copies are typically obtained through the probate court’s records unit. Some indexing may be available through courthouse public terminals or county record systems, depending on the record’s age and format.
Dallas County divorce and annulment filings
- Filed with: Dallas County Circuit Court, with records maintained by the Circuit Clerk (domestic relations/divorce/annulment case files and final judgments).
- Access: Case file review and certified copies are typically obtained from the circuit clerk. Availability of electronic access varies by court system and record age; older records are commonly maintained in paper or microfilm.
State vital-record products (marriage and divorce)
- Maintained by: Alabama Department of Public Health, Center for Health Statistics (vital records services).
- Access: ADPH issues certified copies of certain marriage and divorce vital-record products under Alabama’s vital records laws and administrative rules. These products generally do not include the full court case file for divorces or annulments.
Link: Alabama Vital Records (ADPH)
Typical information included in these records
Marriage licenses/recorded marriage instruments (probate court)
Common fields include:
- Full names of the parties
- Date and place of license issuance
- Date and place of marriage (from the return/certificate)
- Officiant’s name and authority (minister/judge/other authorized officiant)
- Ages/dates of birth may appear depending on the form used at the time
- Prior marital status, residence, and parent/guardian information may appear on applications (varies by era and form)
Divorce decrees and case files (circuit court)
Common contents include:
- Names of the parties and case number
- Filing date, grounds alleged, and procedural history (in pleadings/orders)
- Final judgment date and terms of dissolution
- Orders regarding property division, debt allocation, alimony/spousal support
- Child-related provisions when applicable (custody, visitation, child support)
- Restored former name orders when granted
Annulment judgments and case files (circuit court)
Common contents include:
- Names of the parties and case number
- Findings supporting annulment (legal basis depends on the allegations and proof)
- Judgment language declaring the marriage void/annulled
- Related orders on costs, name restoration, and child-related provisions when applicable
Privacy or legal restrictions
- Marriage records recorded by the probate court are generally treated as public records in Alabama, though access to certain identifiers (such as Social Security numbers) is restricted and may be redacted from copies.
- Divorce and annulment case files are generally public court records, but Alabama courts may restrict access to specific documents by seal, protective order, or confidentiality rules (commonly affecting sensitive personal information, minor-related material, or exhibits).
- Vital records held by ADPH (including marriage and divorce certificate products) are subject to state vital-records access rules, which restrict who may obtain certified copies and limit disclosure of certain information.
- Copying, identification requirements, fees, and certification procedures are governed by the record-holding office (probate court, circuit clerk, or ADPH) and applicable Alabama statutes, court rules, and administrative regulations.
Education, Employment and Housing
Dallas County is in south-central Alabama in the Black Belt region along the Alabama River, with Selma as the county seat and largest population center. The county’s population is majority Black, trends older than the U.S. average, and reflects a mix of small-city neighborhoods in and around Selma and largely rural communities elsewhere in the county.
Education Indicators
Public schools (count and names)
Dallas County’s public K–12 education is primarily served by two systems: Dallas County Schools and Selma City Schools. A consolidated, definitive count and full school-by-school list varies by reporting source and year; the most consistently authoritative directories are:
- The Alabama State Department of Education district and school directory (Alabama State Department of Education)
- The NCES public school search (National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) school search)
These directories provide the official school names, grade spans, and operational status for each public school in Dallas County.
Student–teacher ratios and graduation rates
- Student–teacher ratios: Ratios are published annually at the district and school level in state report cards and NCES profiles; Dallas County’s ratios generally track rural Alabama norms rather than large-metro staffing patterns. For the most current district-level staffing ratios, the most direct sources are the state report cards (Alabama school report cards) and NCES district profiles (NCES district search).
- Graduation rates: Alabama reports 4-year cohort graduation rates in its annual report cards. For Dallas County Schools and Selma City Schools, the most recent graduation rates are listed in the same state report-card system (Alabama school report cards).
Note on availability: A single countywide graduation rate can be misleading because Dallas County has multiple districts; district-specific rates are the standard reporting unit.
Adult educational attainment
Countywide adult attainment is most commonly reported through the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS):
- High school diploma (or equivalent) or higher (age 25+): Available as a county estimate via ACS “Educational Attainment.”
- Bachelor’s degree or higher (age 25+): Available via ACS and typically lower in many Black Belt counties than statewide and national averages.
The most current standardized county estimates are provided through Census Bureau QuickFacts for Dallas County (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Dallas County, Alabama).
Notable programs (STEM, vocational training, AP)
Program availability varies by school and district. County-relevant program types that are commonly documented in Alabama district/course catalogs and state CTE listings include:
- Career and Technical Education (CTE)/vocational pathways aligned to Alabama’s career clusters (health sciences, manufacturing, construction, transportation/logistics, business/IT), typically delivered through district high schools and regional CTE structures.
- Dual enrollment opportunities through nearby community colleges and regional higher-education partners (reported by districts and Alabama’s postsecondary partners).
- Advanced Placement (AP) and honors offerings are school-specific and are reported in school profiles and course guides rather than in a single county dataset.
Authoritative program descriptions are typically found in district postings and in state-level CTE resources (Alabama Community College System) combined with district school profiles.
School safety measures and counseling resources
Alabama schools generally document safety and student-support services through district handbooks and state compliance requirements. Commonly cited measures include:
- Controlled entry/visitor management, campus supervision, and coordination with local law enforcement/school resource officers (SROs) where staffed
- Emergency operations planning and drills aligned to state guidance
- Student services staffing that can include school counselors, school social workers, and referrals to community mental health providers (resources and staffing vary by campus)
District-level student handbooks and the state report-card context provide the most standardized references for these resources (Alabama State Department of Education).
Employment and Economic Conditions
Unemployment rate (most recent year available)
The most current official unemployment figures are published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) program for counties, updated monthly and summarized annually:
- Dallas County unemployment rate: Available in the latest LAUS releases via the BLS and Alabama labor-market portals (BLS LAUS (county unemployment)).
Major industries and employment sectors
Dallas County’s employment base reflects a small-city/rural economy, typically concentrated in:
- Health care and social assistance
- Educational services (public schools and related)
- Retail trade
- Public administration
- Manufacturing (often smaller-scale plants relative to major metro areas)
- Transportation/warehousing and construction (variable by year)
The most consistent sector breakdown for resident workers is available through ACS “Industry by Occupation” and “Industry by Class of Worker,” accessible via Census profiles and table tools (data.census.gov).
Common occupations and workforce breakdown
Occupational composition for residents typically includes:
- Service occupations (healthcare support, food service, protective services)
- Office and administrative support
- Sales
- Transportation and material moving
- Production and construction/trades
- Management, business, science, and arts (smaller share than large metro counties)
Standard county occupational group shares are reported in ACS occupation tables (ACS occupation tables on data.census.gov).
Commuting patterns and mean commute time
Dallas County includes both Selma-area commuting and rural commuting patterns. Key standardized measures include:
- Mean travel time to work: Reported by ACS and summarized in Census profiles (county mean commute time; generally shorter than large-metro averages but longer for some rural-origin commutes).
- Commute mode share: Predominantly driving alone, with smaller shares for carpooling, working from home, and limited public transit use.
County commuting indicators are available in ACS commuting tables and QuickFacts (QuickFacts commuting indicators).
Local employment vs out-of-county work
Dallas County functions as both a local employment center (Selma) and a labor-shed county for nearby counties. The most authoritative way to quantify resident-workplace flows is via:
- OnTheMap (LEHD) origin–destination data for “inflow/outflow” and where residents work versus where jobs are located (Census OnTheMap (LEHD)).
Housing and Real Estate
Homeownership rate and rental share
- Owner-occupied vs renter-occupied shares: Available via ACS and summarized through QuickFacts. Dallas County’s housing tenure reflects a mix of long-term owner occupancy (including rural homesteads) and a substantial rental market in Selma and surrounding neighborhoods. Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Dallas County housing
Median property values and recent trends
- Median value of owner-occupied housing units: Reported by ACS (5-year estimates) and shown in QuickFacts.
- Trend note: County-level values in many Black Belt counties have tended to grow more slowly than U.S. metro averages; recent changes are best interpreted using ACS time series (multi-year comparisons) rather than short-run listing data. Source: QuickFacts median value
Proxy note: MLS-style “recent trend” measures (year-over-year sale prices) are not consistently available as an official countywide series; ACS provides the most standardized public trend reference.
Typical rent prices
- Median gross rent: Reported by ACS and summarized in QuickFacts; rents generally reflect lower price points than large Alabama metros, with the Selma-area rental stock including older single-family rentals and small multifamily properties. Source: QuickFacts median gross rent
Types of housing
- Selma and nearby communities: Single-family detached homes, small apartment complexes, duplexes, and older mixed-era housing stock.
- Rural Dallas County: Detached homes on larger lots, manufactured housing in some areas, and agricultural/rural residential parcels. These structural patterns are reflected in ACS housing structure-type distributions (1-unit detached, 2–4 units, 5+ units, mobile homes) available via data.census.gov.
Neighborhood characteristics (proximity to schools or amenities)
- Selma-area neighborhoods typically provide closer proximity to schools, medical services, and retail corridors, with more walkable blocks in the historic urban grid.
- Outlying areas feature longer travel distances to schools, groceries, and healthcare, with reliance on personal vehicles and school bus service.
This characterization aligns with the county’s urban–rural land use pattern; block-level proximity metrics are not uniformly published in a single official county profile.
Property tax overview (average rate and typical homeowner cost)
Alabama property taxes are comparatively low nationally, and county tax bills depend on assessed value, classification, and millage rates across overlapping jurisdictions (county, city, school districts). Standard reference points include:
- Effective property tax rate and typical annual tax paid: Available through aggregated county estimates used by national tax datasets and often summarized alongside ACS housing cost measures; the most transparent official local references are the Dallas County Revenue Commissioner and Alabama tax assessment framework.
Official local administration reference: Dallas County, Alabama (official site)
State framework reference: Alabama Department of Revenue
Proxy note: A single “average rate” is not strictly uniform within the county because millage varies by municipality and school-tax districts; effective-rate summaries are therefore approximations rather than a parcel-level standard.
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Other Counties in Alabama
- Autauga
- Baldwin
- Barbour
- Bibb
- Blount
- Bullock
- Butler
- Calhoun
- Chambers
- Cherokee
- Chilton
- Choctaw
- Clarke
- Clay
- Cleburne
- Coffee
- Colbert
- Conecuh
- Coosa
- Covington
- Crenshaw
- Cullman
- Dale
- De Kalb
- Elmore
- Escambia
- Etowah
- Fayette
- Franklin
- Geneva
- Greene
- Hale
- Henry
- Houston
- Jackson
- Jefferson
- Lamar
- Lauderdale
- Lawrence
- Lee
- Limestone
- Lowndes
- Macon
- Madison
- Marengo
- Marion
- Marshall
- Mobile
- Monroe
- Montgomery
- Morgan
- Perry
- Pickens
- Pike
- Randolph
- Russell
- Saint Clair
- Shelby
- Sumter
- Talladega
- Tallapoosa
- Tuscaloosa
- Walker
- Washington
- Wilcox
- Winston