Lawrence County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 12,718.
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $940, which is 7% lower than the Tennessee state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $176,700. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$940
-7% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$176,700
-12% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.53%
+4% vs State
-44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,052
$88/mo
Without Mortgage
$825
$69/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 +3.1% | 0.53% |
| 2022 | $912 +12.3% | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $812 +8.1% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $751 -0.7% | 0.63% |
| 2019 | $756 | 0.67% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,233
per year
Monthly Tax
$78
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Robertson County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.52%
Claiborne County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.49%
Sumner County
Tax: $1,944/yr Rate: 0.53%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,299/yr Rate: 0.53%
Hickman County
Tax: $1,089/yr Rate: 0.57%
Dyer County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 0.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lawrence County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $940 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $176,700.
How does Lawrence County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
In Lawrence County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,052 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $825. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $53,233. 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.