Hardin County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 8,450.
The median annual property tax in Hardin County is $666, which is 34% lower than the Tennessee state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $154,000. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$666
-34% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$154,000
-24% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.43%
-16% vs State
-55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$670
$56/mo
Without Mortgage
$660
$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 | $666 -1.5% | 0.43% |
| 2022 | $676 +7.1% | 0.48% |
| 2021 | $631 +1.8% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $620 +4.0% | 0.52% |
| 2019 | $596 | 0.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,149
per year
Monthly Tax
$56
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Johnson County
Tax: $673/yr Rate: 0.38%
Lawrence County
Tax: $940/yr Rate: 0.53%
Moore County
Tax: $1,252/yr Rate: 0.48%
Williamson County
Tax: $2,891/yr Rate: 0.43%
Loudon County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 0.40%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,092/yr Rate: 0.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hardin County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hardin County is $666 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $154,000.
How does Hardin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hardin County are 65% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hardin County? ▼
In Hardin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $670 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $660. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hardin County? ▼
Property taxes in Hardin County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $49,149. 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.