Jackson County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 3,913.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $671, which is 34% lower than the Tennessee state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $135,200. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$671
-34% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$135,200
-33% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-2% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$874
$73/mo
Without Mortgage
$574
$48/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 | $671 -2.0% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $685 +3.6% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $661 -0.8% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $666 -3.3% | 0.58% |
| 2019 | $689 | 0.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$41,475
per year
Monthly Tax
$56
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Cumberland County
Tax: $699/yr Rate: 0.31%
Van Buren County
Tax: $596/yr Rate: 0.40%
Lake County
Tax: $758/yr Rate: 0.71%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,671/yr Rate: 0.67%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,888/yr Rate: 0.67%
Maury County
Tax: $1,476/yr Rate: 0.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $671 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $135,200.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 65% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $874 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $574. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $41,475. 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.