Anderson County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 22,785.
The median annual property tax in Anderson County is $1,333, which is 31% higher than the Tennessee state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $215,800. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,333
+31% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$215,800
+7% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
+22% vs State
-35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,356
$113/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,294
$108/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,333 +1.1% | 0.62% |
| 2022 | $1,319 +6.8% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $1,235 +6.5% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $1,160 +0.2% | 0.76% |
| 2019 | $1,158 | 0.79% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,171
per year
Monthly Tax
$111
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Hancock County
Tax: $533/yr Rate: 0.45%
Morgan County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.58%
Wayne County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.54%
Carroll County
Tax: $809/yr Rate: 0.66%
Van Buren County
Tax: $596/yr Rate: 0.40%
Warren County
Tax: $777/yr Rate: 0.45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Anderson County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Anderson County is $1,333 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $215,800.
How does Anderson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Anderson County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Anderson County? ▼
In Anderson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,356 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,294. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Anderson County? ▼
Property taxes in Anderson County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $63,171. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.