Marion County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 9,199.
The median annual property tax in Marion County is $771, which is 24% lower than the Tennessee state average and 60% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $173,600. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$771
-24% vs State
-60% vs US
Median Home Value
$173,600
-14% vs State
-18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.44%
-14% vs State
-54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$876
$73/mo
Without Mortgage
$669
$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 | $771 +6.8% | 0.44% |
| 2022 | $722 +2.4% | 0.47% |
| 2021 | $705 +0.9% | 0.54% |
| 2020 | $699 -2.5% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $717 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,103
per year
Monthly Tax
$64
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Roane County
Tax: $1,172/yr Rate: 0.55%
Lewis County
Tax: $795/yr Rate: 0.50%
Henry County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.48%
Haywood County
Tax: $854/yr Rate: 0.71%
Hamblen County
Tax: $863/yr Rate: 0.46%
Dickson County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Marion County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Marion County is $771 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $173,600.
How does Marion County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Marion County are 60% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Marion County? ▼
In Marion County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $876 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $669. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Marion County? ▼
Property taxes in Marion County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $58,103. 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.