Morgan County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 6,060.
The median annual property tax in Morgan County is $837, which is 18% lower than the Tennessee state average and 56% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $144,000. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$837
-18% vs State
-56% vs US
Median Home Value
$144,000
-29% vs State
-32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
+14% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$939
$78/mo
Without Mortgage
$734
$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 | $837 -0.4% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $840 +14.3% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $735 +2.5% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $717 -3.0% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $739 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,408
per year
Monthly Tax
$70
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Bedford County
Tax: $1,274/yr Rate: 0.50%
Stewart County
Tax: $951/yr Rate: 0.52%
Bradley County
Tax: $1,174/yr Rate: 0.51%
Lauderdale County
Tax: $808/yr Rate: 0.66%
Hickman County
Tax: $1,089/yr Rate: 0.57%
Weakley County
Tax: $737/yr Rate: 0.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Morgan County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Morgan County is $837 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $144,000.
How does Morgan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Morgan County are 56% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Morgan County? ▼
In Morgan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $939 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $734. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Morgan County? ▼
Property taxes in Morgan County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $57,408. 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.