Polk County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 6,011.
The median annual property tax in Polk County is $770, which is 24% lower than the Tennessee state average and 60% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $136,400. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$770
-24% vs State
-60% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,400
-32% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
+10% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$975
$81/mo
Without Mortgage
$624
$52/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 | $770 +2.7% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $750 +0.8% | 0.59% |
| 2021 | $744 +2.1% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $729 +3.0% | 0.65% |
| 2019 | $708 | 0.63% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,227
per year
Monthly Tax
$64
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,888/yr Rate: 0.67%
Bradley County
Tax: $1,174/yr Rate: 0.51%
DeKalb County
Tax: $747/yr Rate: 0.36%
Chester County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.54%
Smith County
Tax: $1,047/yr Rate: 0.47%
White County
Tax: $809/yr Rate: 0.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Polk County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Polk County is $770 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $136,400.
How does Polk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Polk County are 60% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Polk County? ▼
In Polk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $975 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $624. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Polk County? ▼
Property taxes in Polk County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $60,227. 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.