Cheatham County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 13,036.
The median annual property tax in Cheatham County is $1,479, which is 46% higher than the Tennessee state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $291,400. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,479
+46% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$291,400
+45% vs State
+38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.51%
+0% vs State
-46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,526
$127/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,410
$118/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 | $1,479 +3.6% | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $1,427 +7.5% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $1,328 +8.1% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $1,229 +1.0% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $1,217 | 0.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,015
per year
Monthly Tax
$123
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Obion County
Tax: $697/yr Rate: 0.57%
Moore County
Tax: $1,252/yr Rate: 0.48%
Lincoln County
Tax: $991/yr Rate: 0.47%
Jefferson County
Tax: $990/yr Rate: 0.47%
Coffee County
Tax: $1,378/yr Rate: 0.61%
Lewis County
Tax: $795/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cheatham County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cheatham County is $1,479 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $291,400.
How does Cheatham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cheatham County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cheatham County? ▼
In Cheatham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,526 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,410. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cheatham County? ▼
Property taxes in Cheatham County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $82,015. 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.