Cumberland County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 22,023.
The median annual property tax in Cumberland County is $699, which is 31% lower than the Tennessee state average and 64% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $228,000. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$699
-31% vs State
-64% vs US
Median Home Value
$228,000
+13% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
-39% vs State
-67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$731
$61/mo
Without Mortgage
$663
$55/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 | $699 +3.4% | 0.31% |
| 2022 | $676 +9.4% | 0.34% |
| 2021 | $618 +3.9% | 0.37% |
| 2020 | $595 +3.5% | 0.37% |
| 2019 | $575 | 0.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,475
per year
Monthly Tax
$58
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Putnam County
Tax: $1,299/yr Rate: 0.53%
Crockett County
Tax: $865/yr Rate: 0.65%
Knox County
Tax: $1,332/yr Rate: 0.48%
Campbell County
Tax: $651/yr Rate: 0.38%
Van Buren County
Tax: $596/yr Rate: 0.40%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,092/yr Rate: 0.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cumberland County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cumberland County is $699 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $228,000.
How does Cumberland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cumberland County are 64% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.31% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cumberland County? ▼
In Cumberland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $731 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $663. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cumberland County? ▼
Property taxes in Cumberland County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $58,475. 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.