Overton County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 6,970.
The median annual property tax in Overton County is $676, which is 33% lower than the Tennessee state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $171,700. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$676
-33% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$171,700
-15% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.39%
-24% vs State
-59% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$768
$64/mo
Without Mortgage
$609
$51/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 | $676 +3.2% | 0.39% |
| 2022 | $655 +5.5% | 0.42% |
| 2021 | $621 +9.3% | 0.45% |
| 2020 | $568 +0.0% | 0.45% |
| 2019 | $568 | 0.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$46,159
per year
Monthly Tax
$56
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Hardin County
Tax: $666/yr Rate: 0.43%
Bedford County
Tax: $1,274/yr Rate: 0.50%
Giles County
Tax: $953/yr Rate: 0.47%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,092/yr Rate: 0.35%
Scott County
Tax: $616/yr Rate: 0.53%
Carter County
Tax: $833/yr Rate: 0.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Overton County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Overton County is $676 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $171,700.
How does Overton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Overton County are 65% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Overton County? ▼
In Overton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $768 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $609. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Overton County? ▼
Property taxes in Overton County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $46,159. 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.