Hamblen County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 17,602.
The median annual property tax in Hamblen County is $863, which is 15% lower than the Tennessee state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $188,800. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$863
-15% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$188,800
-6% vs State
-11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
-10% vs State
-52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$925
$77/mo
Without Mortgage
$778
$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 | $863 +5.0% | 0.46% |
| 2022 | $822 +7.2% | 0.49% |
| 2021 | $767 +6.5% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $720 -1.2% | 0.52% |
| 2019 | $729 | 0.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,794
per year
Monthly Tax
$72
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Henderson County
Tax: $732/yr Rate: 0.47%
Marion County
Tax: $771/yr Rate: 0.44%
Robertson County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.52%
McNairy County
Tax: $589/yr Rate: 0.39%
White County
Tax: $809/yr Rate: 0.43%
Loudon County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 0.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hamblen County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hamblen County is $863 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $188,800.
How does Hamblen County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hamblen County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hamblen County? ▼
In Hamblen County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $925 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $778. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hamblen County? ▼
Property taxes in Hamblen County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $52,794. 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.