Dyer County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 9,285.
The median annual property tax in Dyer County is $966, which is 5% lower than the Tennessee state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $159,500. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$966
-5% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$159,500
-21% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
+20% vs State
-36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$959
$80/mo
Without Mortgage
$978
$82/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 | $966 +1.8% | 0.61% |
| 2022 | $949 +8.8% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $872 +5.3% | 0.72% |
| 2020 | $828 +5.3% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $786 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,973
per year
Monthly Tax
$81
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Shelby County
Tax: $2,376/yr Rate: 1.03%
McNairy County
Tax: $589/yr Rate: 0.39%
Wayne County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.54%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,299/yr Rate: 0.53%
Sequatchie County
Tax: $986/yr Rate: 0.45%
Houston County
Tax: $861/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dyer County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dyer County is $966 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $159,500.
How does Dyer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dyer County are 50% 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 Dyer County? ▼
In Dyer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $959 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $978. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dyer County? ▼
Property taxes in Dyer County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $54,973. 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.