Houston County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 2,589.
The median annual property tax in Houston County is $861, which is 15% lower than the Tennessee state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $150,100. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$861
-15% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$150,100
-26% vs State
-29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
+12% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$986
$82/mo
Without Mortgage
$727
$61/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 | $861 -4.7% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $903 +5.9% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $853 +2.2% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $835 +1.0% | 0.66% |
| 2019 | $827 | 0.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,475
per year
Monthly Tax
$72
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Dyer County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 0.61%
Carroll County
Tax: $809/yr Rate: 0.66%
Johnson County
Tax: $673/yr Rate: 0.38%
Madison County
Tax: $1,161/yr Rate: 0.61%
Robertson County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.52%
Trousdale County
Tax: $1,200/yr Rate: 0.42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Houston County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Houston County is $861 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $150,100.
How does Houston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Houston County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Houston County? ▼
In Houston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $986 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $727. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Houston County? ▼
Property taxes in Houston County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $54,475. 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.