Sevier County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 28,230.
The median annual property tax in Sevier County is $815, which is 20% lower than the Tennessee state average and 58% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $259,500. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$815
-20% vs State
-58% vs US
Median Home Value
$259,500
+29% vs State
+23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
-39% vs State
-67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$900
$75/mo
Without Mortgage
$708
$59/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 | $815 +0.6% | 0.31% |
| 2022 | $810 +7.0% | 0.34% |
| 2021 | $757 +3.6% | 0.37% |
| 2020 | $731 +3.2% | 0.39% |
| 2019 | $708 | 0.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,829
per year
Monthly Tax
$68
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Hamblen County
Tax: $863/yr Rate: 0.46%
Washington County
Tax: $1,278/yr Rate: 0.55%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,092/yr Rate: 0.35%
Campbell County
Tax: $651/yr Rate: 0.38%
Lauderdale County
Tax: $808/yr Rate: 0.66%
Macon County
Tax: $858/yr Rate: 0.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sevier County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sevier County is $815 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $259,500.
How does Sevier County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sevier County are 58% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.31% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sevier County? ▼
In Sevier County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $900 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $708. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sevier County? ▼
Property taxes in Sevier County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $63,829. 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.