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$244,855$98 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

5559 EMPIRE RD

EMPIRE, AL 35063
2 / 2
Baths
2,511 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$245K
$192K low$298K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$872 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$35,920 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$359,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.57
37
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWALKER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Sumiton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.6 mi
M
Sumiton Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.8 mi
H
Dora High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi

District: Walker County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35063These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.5.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,951
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.101 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,605
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,416
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

5559 Empire Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 80% of homes in Empire 35063
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Empire 35063
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Walker County
  • Among the newest homes in Empire 35063

What homes are worth in Empire 35063

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$37K$514K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Empire 35063.

How it measures up in Empire 35063

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Empire 35063.

Estimated value$244,855
CheaperTypical $122,768Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $89Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area2,511 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.4 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 5559 Empire Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmpire 35063Walker County
Estimated valuepricier than$244,85580% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9858% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than2,511 ft²92% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac62% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 5559 Empire Rd

How much is 5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL is $244,855 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $191,642 to $298,068. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL last sell?

5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL?

5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL has 2 bathrooms, 2,511 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL built?

5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL was built in 2023, making it 3 years old.

What schools serve 5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL?

5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL is assigned to Sumiton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Sumiton Middle School (middle), rated D+; Dora High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Walker County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL compare to other homes in Empire 35063?

Among the 1,137 homes in Empire 35063, it is worth more than 80% of them ($244,855 against a typical $122,768), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($98 against a typical $89), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,511 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (2 ac against a typical 1.4 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Walker County, it is worth more than 73% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5559 Empire Rd, Empire, AL was $872. The county assessed it at $35,920.

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