Bedford County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 13,301.
The median annual property tax in Bedford County is $1,274, which is 25% higher than the Tennessee state average and 34% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $255,300. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,274
+25% vs State
-34% vs US
Median Home Value
$255,300
+27% vs State
+21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-2% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,259
$105/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,305
$109/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 | $1,274 +6.0% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $1,202 +11.8% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $1,075 +5.1% | 0.60% |
| 2020 | $1,023 +5.1% | 0.60% |
| 2019 | $973 | 0.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,197
per year
Monthly Tax
$106
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Carroll County
Tax: $809/yr Rate: 0.66%
Crockett County
Tax: $865/yr Rate: 0.65%
Gibson County
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.68%
Grundy County
Tax: $563/yr Rate: 0.42%
Haywood County
Tax: $854/yr Rate: 0.71%
Smith County
Tax: $1,047/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bedford County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bedford County is $1,274 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $255,300.
How does Bedford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bedford County are 34% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bedford County? ▼
In Bedford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,259 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,305. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bedford County? ▼
Property taxes in Bedford County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $62,197. 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.