Fayette County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 13,509.
The median annual property tax in Fayette County is $1,092, which is 7% higher than the Tennessee state average and 43% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.35% on a median home value of $316,000. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,092
+7% vs State
-43% vs US
Median Home Value
$316,000
+57% vs State
+49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.35%
-31% vs State
-63% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,144
$95/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,009
$84/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 | $1,092 +9.6% | 0.35% |
| 2022 | $996 +12.0% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $889 +6.9% | 0.38% |
| 2020 | $832 +2.7% | 0.38% |
| 2019 | $810 | 0.39% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$84,764
per year
Monthly Tax
$91
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Meigs County
Tax: $727/yr Rate: 0.39%
Sumner County
Tax: $1,944/yr Rate: 0.53%
Bedford County
Tax: $1,274/yr Rate: 0.50%
Cheatham County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 0.51%
Van Buren County
Tax: $596/yr Rate: 0.40%
Robertson County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fayette County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fayette County is $1,092 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.35% on a median home value of $316,000.
How does Fayette County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fayette County are 43% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.35% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fayette County? ▼
In Fayette County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,144 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,009. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fayette County? ▼
Property taxes in Fayette County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $84,764. 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.