Hawkins County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 18,350.
The median annual property tax in Hawkins County is $940, which is 7% lower than the Tennessee state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $166,900. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$940
-7% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$166,900
-17% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
+10% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,009
$84/mo
Without Mortgage
$852
$71/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 | $940 +0.9% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $932 +5.0% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $888 +2.2% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $869 +1.0% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $860 | 0.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,278
per year
Monthly Tax
$78
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Grundy County
Tax: $563/yr Rate: 0.42%
Hickman County
Tax: $1,089/yr Rate: 0.57%
Unicoi County
Tax: $960/yr Rate: 0.57%
Rutherford County
Tax: $1,757/yr Rate: 0.51%
Robertson County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.52%
Bradley County
Tax: $1,174/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hawkins County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hawkins County is $940 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $166,900.
How does Hawkins County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hawkins County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hawkins County? ▼
In Hawkins County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,009 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $852. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hawkins County? ▼
Property taxes in Hawkins County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $55,278. 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.