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$215,162$103 / 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 75How 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

HIGDON, AL 35979
1
Baths
2,095 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$215K
$161K low$270K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$420 (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.$14,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$188,100

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Brick (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
North Sand Mountain SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Jackson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35979These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.124

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.4.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.994
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.88 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,303
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,597
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 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

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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Higdon 35979
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Higdon 35979
  • Older than 75% of homes in Higdon 35979

What homes are worth in Higdon 35979

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

This home
$79K$555K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Higdon 35979.

How it measures up in Higdon 35979

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Higdon 35979.

Estimated value$215,162
CheaperTypical $225,885Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,095 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.82 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHigdon 35979Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,16243% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1039% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than2,095 ft²85% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac4% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than197025% of homes34% of homes

About

How much is , Higdon, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for , Higdon, AL is $215,162 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $160,569 to $269,755. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did , Higdon, AL last sell?

, Higdon, AL last sold on Aug 11, 1971, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is , Higdon, AL?

, Higdon, AL has 1 bathrooms, 2,095 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was , Higdon, AL built?

, Higdon, AL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve , Higdon, AL?

, Higdon, AL is assigned to North Sand Mountain School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Jackson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does , Higdon, AL compare to other homes in Higdon 35979?

Among the 491 homes in Higdon 35979, it is worth more than 43% of them ($215,162 against a typical $225,885), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($103 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,095 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 2.82 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1970 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 54% 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 , Higdon, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for , Higdon, AL was $420. The county assessed it at $14,000.

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