Sullivan County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 49,889.
The median annual property tax in Sullivan County is $1,205, which is 19% higher than the Tennessee state average and 37% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $190,800. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,205
+19% vs State
-37% vs US
Median Home Value
$190,800
-5% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.63%
+24% vs State
-34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,288
$107/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,111
$93/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 | $1,205 +4.0% | 0.63% |
| 2022 | $1,159 +10.1% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $1,053 +6.9% | 0.69% |
| 2020 | $985 +2.7% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $959 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,802
per year
Monthly Tax
$100
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Clay County
Tax: $841/yr Rate: 0.61%
Carter County
Tax: $833/yr Rate: 0.53%
Haywood County
Tax: $854/yr Rate: 0.71%
Monroe County
Tax: $887/yr Rate: 0.44%
Scott County
Tax: $616/yr Rate: 0.53%
Hickman County
Tax: $1,089/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sullivan County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sullivan County is $1,205 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $190,800.
How does Sullivan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sullivan County are 37% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sullivan County? ▼
In Sullivan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,288 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,111. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sullivan County? ▼
Property taxes in Sullivan County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $56,802. 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.