Cocke County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 10,762.
The median annual property tax in Cocke County is $911, which is 10% lower than the Tennessee state average and 53% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $141,800. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$911
-10% vs State
-53% vs US
Median Home Value
$141,800
-30% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.64%
+25% vs State
-33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,040
$87/mo
Without Mortgage
$780
$65/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 | $911 -1.5% | 0.64% |
| 2022 | $925 +8.6% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $852 +6.0% | 0.71% |
| 2020 | $804 +1.9% | 0.71% |
| 2019 | $789 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,416
per year
Monthly Tax
$76
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
White County
Tax: $809/yr Rate: 0.43%
Trousdale County
Tax: $1,200/yr Rate: 0.42%
Obion County
Tax: $697/yr Rate: 0.57%
Cheatham County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 0.51%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,092/yr Rate: 0.35%
Wilson County
Tax: $1,743/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cocke County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cocke County is $911 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $141,800.
How does Cocke County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cocke County are 53% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cocke County? ▼
In Cocke County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,040 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $780. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cocke County? ▼
Property taxes in Cocke County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $48,416. 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.