Wayne County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 4,674.
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $683, which is 33% lower than the Tennessee state average and 64% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $126,600. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$683
-33% vs State
-64% vs US
Median Home Value
$126,600
-37% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
+6% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$757
$63/mo
Without Mortgage
$595
$50/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 | $683 +6.9% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $639 +1.1% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $632 +0.8% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $627 +5.4% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $595 | 0.63% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,824
per year
Monthly Tax
$57
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Greene County
Tax: $803/yr Rate: 0.43%
Dickson County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 0.50%
Cheatham County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 0.51%
Cocke County
Tax: $911/yr Rate: 0.64%
Carter County
Tax: $833/yr Rate: 0.53%
Wilson County
Tax: $1,743/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wayne County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $683 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $126,600.
How does Wayne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County are 64% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
In Wayne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $757 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $595. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $52,824. 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.