Knox County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 128,142.
The median annual property tax in Knox County is $1,332, which is 31% higher than the Tennessee state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $279,700. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,332
+31% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$279,700
+39% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.48%
-6% vs State
-49% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,364
$114/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,269
$106/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 | $1,332 +2.5% | 0.48% |
| 2022 | $1,300 +5.2% | 0.52% |
| 2021 | $1,236 +1.8% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $1,214 +1.1% | 0.63% |
| 2019 | $1,201 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,662
per year
Monthly Tax
$111
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Monroe County
Tax: $887/yr Rate: 0.44%
Wayne County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.54%
Greene County
Tax: $803/yr Rate: 0.43%
Bledsoe County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.41%
Claiborne County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.49%
Chester County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Knox County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Knox County is $1,332 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $279,700.
How does Knox County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Knox County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Knox County? ▼
In Knox County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,364 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,269. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Knox County? ▼
Property taxes in Knox County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $71,662. 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.