Clay County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 2,483.
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $841, which is 17% lower than the Tennessee state average and 56% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $136,900. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$841
-17% vs State
-56% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,900
-32% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
+20% vs State
-36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,000
$83/mo
Without Mortgage
$792
$66/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 | $841 +6.9% | 0.61% |
| 2022 | $787 +10.1% | 0.59% |
| 2021 | $715 +17.2% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $610 +2.0% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $598 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,712
per year
Monthly Tax
$70
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Stewart County
Tax: $951/yr Rate: 0.52%
Obion County
Tax: $697/yr Rate: 0.57%
Trousdale County
Tax: $1,200/yr Rate: 0.42%
Grundy County
Tax: $563/yr Rate: 0.42%
Unicoi County
Tax: $960/yr Rate: 0.57%
Marion County
Tax: $771/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clay County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $841 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $136,900.
How does Clay County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County are 56% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clay County? ▼
In Clay County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,000 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $792. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clay County? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $44,712. 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.