Grainger County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 7,525.
The median annual property tax in Grainger County is $871, which is 14% lower than the Tennessee state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $172,000. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$871
-14% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$172,000
-15% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.51%
+0% vs State
-46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,044
$87/mo
Without Mortgage
$730
$61/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 | $871 +14.5% | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $761 +5.1% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $724 +1.4% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $714 +7.5% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $664 | 0.56% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,351
per year
Monthly Tax
$73
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Davidson County
Tax: $2,390/yr Rate: 0.62%
Loudon County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 0.40%
Henderson County
Tax: $732/yr Rate: 0.47%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,334/yr Rate: 0.54%
Hancock County
Tax: $533/yr Rate: 0.45%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,888/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Grainger County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Grainger County is $871 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $172,000.
How does Grainger County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Grainger County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Grainger County? ▼
In Grainger County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,044 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $730. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Grainger County? ▼
Property taxes in Grainger County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $51,351. 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.