Perry County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 2,281.
The median annual property tax in Perry County is $660, which is 35% lower than the Tennessee state average and 66% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $113,800. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$660
-35% vs State
-66% vs US
Median Home Value
$113,800
-44% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
+14% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$673
$56/mo
Without Mortgage
$651
$54/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 | $660 -4.8% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $693 +9.5% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $633 +23.6% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $512 +4.9% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $488 | 0.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,489
per year
Monthly Tax
$55
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Benton County
Tax: $717/yr Rate: 0.58%
Cannon County
Tax: $1,091/yr Rate: 0.48%
Gibson County
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.68%
Houston County
Tax: $861/yr Rate: 0.57%
Coffee County
Tax: $1,378/yr Rate: 0.61%
Sullivan County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Perry County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Perry County is $660 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $113,800.
How does Perry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Perry County are 66% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Perry County? ▼
In Perry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $673 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $651. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Perry County? ▼
Property taxes in Perry County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $50,489. 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.