Rutherford County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 81,828.
The median annual property tax in Rutherford County is $1,757, which is 73% higher than the Tennessee state average and 9% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $346,400. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,757
+73% vs State
-9% vs US
Median Home Value
$346,400
+72% vs State
+64% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.51%
+0% vs State
-46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,770
$148/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,715
$143/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 | $1,757 +6.2% | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $1,654 +8.7% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $1,522 +5.1% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $1,448 +2.5% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $1,413 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,588
per year
Monthly Tax
$146
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Grundy County
Tax: $563/yr Rate: 0.42%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,218/yr Rate: 0.56%
Anderson County
Tax: $1,333/yr Rate: 0.62%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,334/yr Rate: 0.54%
Weakley County
Tax: $737/yr Rate: 0.54%
Lewis County
Tax: $795/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rutherford County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rutherford County is $1,757 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $346,400.
How does Rutherford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rutherford County are 9% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rutherford County? ▼
In Rutherford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,770 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,715. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rutherford County? ▼
Property taxes in Rutherford County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $82,588. 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.