DeKalb County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 5,850.
The median annual property tax in DeKalb County is $747, which is 26% lower than the Tennessee state average and 61% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.36% on a median home value of $206,600. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$747
-26% vs State
-61% vs US
Median Home Value
$206,600
+2% vs State
-2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.36%
-29% vs State
-62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$693
$58/mo
Without Mortgage
$834
$70/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 | $747 +5.8% | 0.36% |
| 2022 | $706 +7.0% | 0.39% |
| 2021 | $660 +0.5% | 0.42% |
| 2020 | $657 +6.1% | 0.42% |
| 2019 | $619 | 0.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,484
per year
Monthly Tax
$62
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Campbell County
Tax: $651/yr Rate: 0.38%
Rutherford County
Tax: $1,757/yr Rate: 0.51%
Jackson County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.50%
Dickson County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 0.50%
Gibson County
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.68%
Sumner County
Tax: $1,944/yr Rate: 0.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in DeKalb County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in DeKalb County is $747 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.36% on a median home value of $206,600.
How does DeKalb County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in DeKalb County are 61% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.36% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in DeKalb County? ▼
In DeKalb County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $693 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $834. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in DeKalb County? ▼
Property taxes in DeKalb County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $48,484. 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.