Sequatchie County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 4,572.
The median annual property tax in Sequatchie County is $986, which is 3% lower than the Tennessee state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.45% on a median home value of $217,800. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$986
-3% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$217,800
+8% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.45%
-12% vs State
-53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,008
$84/mo
Without Mortgage
$969
$81/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 | $986 +5.7% | 0.45% |
| 2022 | $933 +10.5% | 0.51% |
| 2021 | $844 -2.7% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $867 +4.1% | 0.58% |
| 2019 | $833 | 0.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,260
per year
Monthly Tax
$82
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Loudon County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 0.40%
Carroll County
Tax: $809/yr Rate: 0.66%
Coffee County
Tax: $1,378/yr Rate: 0.61%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,299/yr Rate: 0.53%
Houston County
Tax: $861/yr Rate: 0.57%
Dyer County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 0.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sequatchie County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sequatchie County is $986 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.45% on a median home value of $217,800.
How does Sequatchie County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sequatchie County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.45% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sequatchie County? ▼
In Sequatchie County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,008 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $969. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sequatchie County? ▼
Property taxes in Sequatchie County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $52,260. 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.