Henderson County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 7,814.
The median annual property tax in Henderson County is $732, which is 28% lower than the Tennessee state average and 62% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $156,000. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$732
-28% vs State
-62% vs US
Median Home Value
$156,000
-23% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.47%
-8% vs State
-51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$866
$72/mo
Without Mortgage
$676
$56/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 | $732 +5.2% | 0.47% |
| 2022 | $696 +7.7% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $646 +4.5% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $618 -1.1% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $625 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,471
per year
Monthly Tax
$61
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Jackson County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.50%
Grundy County
Tax: $563/yr Rate: 0.42%
Monroe County
Tax: $887/yr Rate: 0.44%
Clay County
Tax: $841/yr Rate: 0.61%
Hawkins County
Tax: $940/yr Rate: 0.56%
Overton County
Tax: $676/yr Rate: 0.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Henderson County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Henderson County is $732 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $156,000.
How does Henderson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Henderson County are 62% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Henderson County? ▼
In Henderson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $866 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $676. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Henderson County? ▼
Property taxes in Henderson County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $53,471. 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.