Unicoi County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 5,678.
The median annual property tax in Unicoi County is $960, which is 6% lower than the Tennessee state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $168,200. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$960
-6% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$168,200
-17% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
+12% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$977
$81/mo
Without Mortgage
$927
$77/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 | $960 +2.5% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $937 +15.1% | 0.62% |
| 2021 | $814 -3.0% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $839 +8.4% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $774 | 0.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,381
per year
Monthly Tax
$80
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Stewart County
Tax: $951/yr Rate: 0.52%
Polk County
Tax: $770/yr Rate: 0.56%
Claiborne County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.49%
Campbell County
Tax: $651/yr Rate: 0.38%
Loudon County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 0.40%
Grainger County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Unicoi County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Unicoi County is $960 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $168,200.
How does Unicoi County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Unicoi County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Unicoi County? ▼
In Unicoi County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $977 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $927. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Unicoi County? ▼
Property taxes in Unicoi County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $50,381. 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.