Roane County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 17,492.
The median annual property tax in Roane County is $1,172, which is 15% higher than the Tennessee state average and 39% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $212,300. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,172
+15% vs State
-39% vs US
Median Home Value
$212,300
+5% vs State
+0% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.55%
+8% vs State
-42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,223
$102/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,087
$91/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 | $1,172 +0.5% | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $1,166 +7.3% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $1,087 +5.5% | 0.67% |
| 2020 | $1,030 +4.5% | 0.65% |
| 2019 | $986 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,218
per year
Monthly Tax
$98
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Carroll County
Tax: $809/yr Rate: 0.66%
Trousdale County
Tax: $1,200/yr Rate: 0.42%
Knox County
Tax: $1,332/yr Rate: 0.48%
Jefferson County
Tax: $990/yr Rate: 0.47%
Rutherford County
Tax: $1,757/yr Rate: 0.51%
Hawkins County
Tax: $940/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Roane County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Roane County is $1,172 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $212,300.
How does Roane County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Roane County are 39% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Roane County? ▼
In Roane County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,223 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,087. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Roane County? ▼
Property taxes in Roane County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $66,218. 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.