Find Unclaimed Money in Madison
Unclaimed money for Madison residents is held by the Alabama State Treasury. This fast-growing city near Huntsville has attracted many newcomers over the years. Some former residents left money behind when they moved. Search for free to find what might be yours.
Madison Quick Facts
How to Search for Unclaimed Money in Madison
The Alabama State Treasury handles all unclaimed property. Madison has no local office for this. You use the state online portal like everyone else in Alabama.
To search:
- Go to alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
- Type in your first and last name
- Enter "Madison" as the city
- Look at any matches
- File a claim if you find your money
Madison grew faster than almost any city in Alabama. The population more than doubled in 20 years. Many people moved here for aerospace jobs in nearby Huntsville. Some came and went with projects. When they left, they may have forgotten to close bank accounts or cash final checks. That money now sits with the state.
Search under different name variations. Try maiden names. The database goes back many years. It is free to search and free to file a claim.
Madison County Probate Court for Heir Claims
The city of Madison is in Madison County. Do not confuse the two. The county seat is Huntsville, not Madison. If you need estate documents for an heir claim, you go to the Madison County Probate Court in Huntsville.
The probate court issues death certificates, letters of administration, and will copies. These documents prove your right to claim property that belonged to someone who died. The court does not handle unclaimed money claims. That goes through the state. But probate papers support heir claims.
| Court | Madison County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Judge | Frank Barger |
| Address | 1918 Memorial Parkway NW Huntsville, AL 35801 |
| Phone | (256) 532-3330 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| probate@madisoncountyal.gov | |
| Website | madisoncountyal.gov/departments/probate-judge |
The courthouse is in Huntsville, about 10 minutes from Madison. Parking is available on site. Bring valid photo ID when you visit.
Estate Documents for Madison Residents
Claiming money for a deceased relative needs extra paperwork. You prove the person owned the property. You also prove you have the right to claim it. The papers you need depend on your situation.
Common documents for heir claims:
- Certified death certificate
- Your photo ID
- Proof of relationship (birth or marriage certificate)
- Letters of administration from probate court
- Copy of the will if there is one
- Small estate affidavit for smaller amounts
Madison County has an online records portal at madisonprobate.countygovservices.com. You can search some probate filings there. For certified copies, visit the courthouse or mail a request. Recording fees run about $3.00 per page.
Claims under $200 may have simpler rules under Code of Alabama Section 35-12-84. Call the Treasury at (888) 844-8400 to ask what you need.
About Madison
Madison is one of Alabama's fastest-growing cities. It went from a small town to over 64,000 people in just a few decades. The schools rank among the best in the state. That draws families from across the region. Many work in aerospace and defense at nearby Huntsville facilities.
The city earned an ISO Class 1 fire rating. That is the best possible score. Only a handful of cities in Alabama have it. Good services and good schools keep people coming. But when jobs end or families move, some leave money behind.
Madison sits just west of Huntsville. The two cities blend together along the borders. Some addresses fall on the line. If you lived near the border, search under both city names. The state database tracks the last known address reported by the business holding your money.
The tech workforce here turns over regularly. Defense contracts end. Companies win new work. People follow the jobs. Former Madison residents now living elsewhere should definitely check the state database.
Contact the Alabama Treasury
The Unclaimed Property Division handles all claims. Staff answer questions about searches, documents, and claim status. The office is in Montgomery.
| Office | Alabama State Treasury, Unclaimed Property Division |
|---|---|
| Address | RSA Union Building 100 North Union Street, Suite 636 Montgomery, AL 36104 |
| Toll-Free | (888) 844-8400 |
| Local | (334) 242-9614 |
| unclaimed@treasury.alabama.gov | |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
Most claims take six to eight weeks. Heir claims with many documents take longer. Alabama has no deadline to claim. The state holds funds forever until the rightful owner steps forward.
Madison County Unclaimed Money
Madison city is in Madison County. The county seat is Huntsville. For full details on the probate court and other resources, see the county page.
Other Major Alabama Cities
Check other cities where you lived. Money is reported based on your last known address. If you moved around Alabama, search each place.