Lauderdale County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 5,759.
The median annual property tax in Lauderdale County is $808, which is 20% lower than the Tennessee state average and 58% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $122,100. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$808
-20% vs State
-58% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,100
-39% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
+29% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$963
$80/mo
Without Mortgage
$689
$57/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 | $808 -0.2% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $810 +7.6% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $753 +4.3% | 0.79% |
| 2020 | $722 -0.6% | 0.80% |
| 2019 | $726 | 0.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,205
per year
Monthly Tax
$67
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Hamblen County
Tax: $863/yr Rate: 0.46%
Anderson County
Tax: $1,333/yr Rate: 0.62%
Macon County
Tax: $858/yr Rate: 0.41%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,334/yr Rate: 0.54%
Polk County
Tax: $770/yr Rate: 0.56%
Claiborne County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lauderdale County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lauderdale County is $808 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $122,100.
How does Lauderdale County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lauderdale County are 58% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lauderdale County? ▼
In Lauderdale County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $963 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $689. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lauderdale County? ▼
Property taxes in Lauderdale County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $49,205. 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.