Chester County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 4,853.
The median annual property tax in Chester County is $837, which is 18% lower than the Tennessee state average and 56% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $155,200. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$837
-18% vs State
-56% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,200
-23% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
+6% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,020
$85/mo
Without Mortgage
$724
$60/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 | $837 +4.2% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $803 +5.9% | 0.59% |
| 2021 | $758 +2.6% | 0.60% |
| 2020 | $739 -0.4% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $742 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,543
per year
Monthly Tax
$70
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Bedford County
Tax: $1,274/yr Rate: 0.50%
Henry County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.48%
Cheatham County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 0.51%
Wilson County
Tax: $1,743/yr Rate: 0.44%
Robertson County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.52%
Van Buren County
Tax: $596/yr Rate: 0.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chester County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chester County is $837 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $155,200.
How does Chester County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chester County are 56% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chester County? ▼
In Chester County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,020 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $724. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chester County? ▼
Property taxes in Chester County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $60,543. 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.