Lewis County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 4,147.
The median annual property tax in Lewis County is $795, which is 22% lower than the Tennessee state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $157,800. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$795
-22% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$157,800
-22% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-2% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,005
$84/mo
Without Mortgage
$638
$53/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 | $795 +13.6% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $700 +13.3% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $618 +10.8% | 0.54% |
| 2020 | $558 -7.3% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $602 | 0.63% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,477
per year
Monthly Tax
$66
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Rhea County
Tax: $825/yr Rate: 0.46%
Grainger County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.51%
Greene County
Tax: $803/yr Rate: 0.43%
Warren County
Tax: $777/yr Rate: 0.45%
Sequatchie County
Tax: $986/yr Rate: 0.45%
Lincoln County
Tax: $991/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lewis County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lewis County is $795 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $157,800.
How does Lewis County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lewis County are 59% 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 Lewis County? ▼
In Lewis County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,005 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $638. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lewis County? ▼
Property taxes in Lewis County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $49,477. 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.