Lincoln County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 11,238.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $991, which is 2% lower than the Tennessee state average and 48% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $209,100. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$991
-2% vs State
-48% vs US
Median Home Value
$209,100
+4% vs State
-1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.47%
-8% vs State
-51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$981
$82/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,004
$84/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 | $991 +7.6% | 0.47% |
| 2022 | $921 +12.3% | 0.49% |
| 2021 | $820 +4.3% | 0.52% |
| 2020 | $786 +7.2% | 0.53% |
| 2019 | $733 | 0.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,115
per year
Monthly Tax
$83
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Sullivan County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 0.63%
DeKalb County
Tax: $747/yr Rate: 0.36%
Hardeman County
Tax: $762/yr Rate: 0.65%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,092/yr Rate: 0.35%
Washington County
Tax: $1,278/yr Rate: 0.55%
Williamson County
Tax: $2,891/yr Rate: 0.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $991 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $209,100.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 48% 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 Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $981 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,004. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $63,115. 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.