Benton County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 5,172.
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $717, which is 29% lower than the Tennessee state average and 63% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $123,400. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$717
-29% vs State
-63% vs US
Median Home Value
$123,400
-39% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
+14% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$782
$65/mo
Without Mortgage
$606
$51/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 | $717 +4.8% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $684 +7.4% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $637 +2.2% | 0.69% |
| 2020 | $623 -2.5% | 0.71% |
| 2019 | $639 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,435
per year
Monthly Tax
$60
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Hardin County
Tax: $666/yr Rate: 0.43%
Henry County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.48%
Grainger County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.51%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,092/yr Rate: 0.35%
Morgan County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.58%
Davidson County
Tax: $2,390/yr Rate: 0.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Benton County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $717 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $123,400.
How does Benton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County are 63% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Benton County? ▼
In Benton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $782 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $606. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Benton County? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $50,435. 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.