Special Tax Board
County Taxes
Tuscaloosa County Special Tax Board collects local County taxes. Entities conducting business in Tuscaloosa County should contact this office to determine local tax liability.
Tax Rates
The following is the breakdown for the Tuscaloosa County Special Tax Board.
City Limit | Police Jurisdiction | Rural County | |
|---|---|---|---|
General Merchandise | 3% | 4.5% | 6% |
Automotive | .75% | 1.3125% | 1.875% |
Manufacturing Machine | 1.125% | 1.5625% | 2.25% |
Grocery | 3% | 4% | 5% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register an account?
An account can be registered with the Tuscaloosa County Special Tax Board by completing the New Business Application form and returning to our office. If the account will be a Sales Tax or Seller’s Use Tax account, please include the State of Alabama sales tax number along with the Federal Tax ID Number.
Can I file my tax return online?
Starting October 1, 2013, returns may be filed online through the Alabama Department of Revenue, My Alabama Taxes.
What is the penalty and interest for a late return?
A return is considered late if filed after the 20th of the following month the return is due. Penalty is 10% of the tax amount. Interest is calculated in accordance with the Alabama Department of Revenue quarterly rate (https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/legal/quarterly-interest-rates/).
How do I file an amended return?
Complete a new tax return for the erroneously filed month. Please state at the top of the form “Amended”. Include the backup information supporting the amended return. If the amended return results in a refund, a Petition for Refund must be completed and returned to our office.
Contact Information:
Call: 205-722-0540
Fax: 205-722-0587
Office Location:
Tuscaloosa County Special Tax Board
2620 Gary Fitts Street, Suite 100
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Hours: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 20738 Tuscaloosa, AL 35402
Forms
Please note all tax returns must be filed by the 20th of the following month or penalty and interest will be assessed.