Fentress County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 6,208.
The median annual property tax in Fentress County is $519, which is 49% lower than the Tennessee state average and 73% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $151,800. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$519
-49% vs State
-73% vs US
Median Home Value
$151,800
-25% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
-33% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$610
$51/mo
Without Mortgage
$469
$39/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 | $519 +3.8% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $500 +8.0% | 0.36% |
| 2021 | $463 +3.6% | 0.42% |
| 2020 | $447 -0.2% | 0.42% |
| 2019 | $448 | 0.41% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,865
per year
Monthly Tax
$43
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Rhea County
Tax: $825/yr Rate: 0.46%
Tipton County
Tax: $1,158/yr Rate: 0.53%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,671/yr Rate: 0.67%
Stewart County
Tax: $951/yr Rate: 0.52%
Hamblen County
Tax: $863/yr Rate: 0.46%
Overton County
Tax: $676/yr Rate: 0.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fentress County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fentress County is $519 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $151,800.
How does Fentress County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fentress County are 73% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fentress County? ▼
In Fentress County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $610 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $469. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fentress County? ▼
Property taxes in Fentress County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $50,865. 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.