Jefferson County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 15,807.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $990, which is 3% lower than the Tennessee state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $210,000. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$990
-3% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$210,000
+4% vs State
-1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.47%
-8% vs State
-51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$982
$82/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,003
$84/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 | $990 +5.7% | 0.47% |
| 2022 | $937 +9.2% | 0.51% |
| 2021 | $858 +4.3% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $823 -1.7% | 0.53% |
| 2019 | $837 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,084
per year
Monthly Tax
$83
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Cannon County
Tax: $1,091/yr Rate: 0.48%
Carroll County
Tax: $809/yr Rate: 0.66%
Hamblen County
Tax: $863/yr Rate: 0.46%
Stewart County
Tax: $951/yr Rate: 0.52%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,888/yr Rate: 0.67%
Robertson County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $990 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $210,000.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $982 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,003. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $63,084. 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.