Davidson County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 168,040.
The median annual property tax in Davidson County is $2,390, which is 135% higher than the Tennessee state average and 24% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $386,600. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,390
+135% vs State
+24% vs US
Median Home Value
$386,600
+92% vs State
+83% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
+22% vs State
-35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,376
$198/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,420
$202/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 | $2,390 +7.1% | 0.62% |
| 2022 | $2,232 +13.5% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $1,967 +6.9% | 0.67% |
| 2020 | $1,840 +0.8% | 0.69% |
| 2019 | $1,826 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,664
per year
Monthly Tax
$199
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Campbell County
Tax: $651/yr Rate: 0.38%
Stewart County
Tax: $951/yr Rate: 0.52%
Moore County
Tax: $1,252/yr Rate: 0.48%
Cumberland County
Tax: $699/yr Rate: 0.31%
Claiborne County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.49%
Robertson County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Davidson County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Davidson County is $2,390 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $386,600.
How does Davidson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Davidson County are 24% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Davidson County? ▼
In Davidson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,376 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,420. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Davidson County? ▼
Property taxes in Davidson County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $75,664. 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.