Johnson County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 5,637.
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $673, which is 34% lower than the Tennessee state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $175,500. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$673
-34% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$175,500
-13% vs State
-17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
-25% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$671
$56/mo
Without Mortgage
$674
$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 | $673 +3.9% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $648 +7.6% | 0.41% |
| 2021 | $602 +3.1% | 0.45% |
| 2020 | $584 +2.6% | 0.44% |
| 2019 | $569 | 0.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,152
per year
Monthly Tax
$56
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Carroll County
Tax: $809/yr Rate: 0.66%
Grainger County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.51%
Jackson County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.50%
Madison County
Tax: $1,161/yr Rate: 0.61%
Marion County
Tax: $771/yr Rate: 0.44%
Dickson County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Johnson County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $673 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $175,500.
How does Johnson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County are 65% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
In Johnson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $671 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $674. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $52,152. 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.