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Jefferson County, Alabama

Jefferson County Tax Assessor

One candidate is tracked for Jefferson County Tax Assessor on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Gaynell Hendricks. Candidate information follows official Jefferson County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

Gaynell Hendricks was the unopposed Democratic nominee. No Republican qualified, so Hendricks is the sole nominee on the November 3 ballot.

What this office does

Property assessor. The assessor determines the taxable value of every parcel of real estate and, in many states, of business property, using state-set methods and market data. Those values, multiplied by rates set by other elected bodies, produce property tax bills. The assessor also administers exemptions such as homestead or senior exemptions.

This race. Every voter in Jefferson County votes on this seat. The sitting officeholder, Gaynell Hendricks, is on the ballot. One name is on the ballot for this seat.

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Gaynell Hendricks

Democratic Incumbent

Biography

Gaynell Hendricks is the incumbent Jefferson County Tax Assessor, per the county's official roster. No campaign website was found as of September 7, 2026.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Jefferson County Tax Assessor in 2026?

One candidate is tracked for Jefferson County Tax Assessor on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Gaynell Hendricks. Candidate information follows official Jefferson County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Jefferson County Tax Assessor election in Alabama?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Alabama are on the Alabama election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Jefferson County ballot?

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Verify this race

Candidate roster from official Jefferson County and state election office filings, last verified September 27, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Also on your ballot
Jefferson County Assistant Tax Assessor, Bessemer DivisionJefferson County Assistant Tax Collector, Bessemer DivisionJefferson County Board of Education, District 4See all 42 Jefferson County races
Candidate profiles
Gaynell Hendricks, full profileOfficial Alabama election office