Hamilton County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 97,369.
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $1,888, which is 86% higher than the Tennessee state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $282,100. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,888
+86% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$282,100
+40% vs State
+33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
+31% vs State
-29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,878
$157/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,905
$159/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 | $1,888 +3.0% | 0.67% |
| 2022 | $1,833 +8.6% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $1,688 +3.7% | 0.80% |
| 2020 | $1,627 +2.6% | 0.85% |
| 2019 | $1,585 | 0.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,568
per year
Monthly Tax
$157
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Shelby County
Tax: $2,376/yr Rate: 1.03%
Washington County
Tax: $1,278/yr Rate: 0.55%
Hamblen County
Tax: $863/yr Rate: 0.46%
Lake County
Tax: $758/yr Rate: 0.71%
Obion County
Tax: $697/yr Rate: 0.57%
Henderson County
Tax: $732/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hamilton County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $1,888 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $282,100.
How does Hamilton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
In Hamilton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,878 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,905. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $72,568. 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.