Scott County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 6,201.
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $616, which is 39% lower than the Tennessee state average and 68% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $116,800. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$616
-39% vs State
-68% vs US
Median Home Value
$116,800
-42% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.53%
+4% vs State
-44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$842
$70/mo
Without Mortgage
$532
$44/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 | $616 -0.5% | 0.53% |
| 2022 | $619 +2.1% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $606 +2.2% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $593 -2.1% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $606 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$42,679
per year
Monthly Tax
$51
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Grainger County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.51%
Cheatham County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 0.51%
Lauderdale County
Tax: $808/yr Rate: 0.66%
Lewis County
Tax: $795/yr Rate: 0.50%
Cocke County
Tax: $911/yr Rate: 0.64%
Meigs County
Tax: $727/yr Rate: 0.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Scott County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $616 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $116,800.
How does Scott County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County are 68% 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 Scott County? ▼
In Scott County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $842 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $532. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Scott County? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $42,679. 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.