Sumner County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 55,400.
The median annual property tax in Sumner County is $1,944, which is 91% higher than the Tennessee state average and 1% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $364,000. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,944
+91% vs State
+1% vs US
Median Home Value
$364,000
+81% vs State
+72% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.53%
+4% vs State
-44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,952
$163/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,926
$161/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 | $1,944 +5.8% | 0.53% |
| 2022 | $1,837 +9.4% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $1,679 +7.1% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $1,567 +4.7% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $1,497 | 0.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,005
per year
Monthly Tax
$162
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Obion County
Tax: $697/yr Rate: 0.57%
McMinn County
Tax: $707/yr Rate: 0.37%
Decatur County
Tax: $654/yr Rate: 0.49%
Marion County
Tax: $771/yr Rate: 0.44%
Lawrence County
Tax: $940/yr Rate: 0.53%
Perry County
Tax: $660/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sumner County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sumner County is $1,944 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $364,000.
How does Sumner County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sumner County are 1% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sumner County? ▼
In Sumner County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,952 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,926. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sumner County? ▼
Property taxes in Sumner County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $86,005. 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.