Weakley County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 8,816.
The median annual property tax in Weakley County is $737, which is 27% lower than the Tennessee state average and 62% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $136,300. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$737
-27% vs State
-62% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,300
-32% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
+6% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$779
$65/mo
Without Mortgage
$660
$55/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 | $737 +2.8% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $717 +8.8% | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $659 -0.2% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $660 -4.1% | 0.67% |
| 2019 | $688 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,502
per year
Monthly Tax
$61
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Van Buren County
Tax: $596/yr Rate: 0.40%
Cannon County
Tax: $1,091/yr Rate: 0.48%
Obion County
Tax: $697/yr Rate: 0.57%
Pickett County
Tax: $606/yr Rate: 0.37%
Bledsoe County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.41%
Cocke County
Tax: $911/yr Rate: 0.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Weakley County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Weakley County is $737 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $136,300.
How does Weakley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Weakley County are 62% 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 Weakley County? ▼
In Weakley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $779 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $660. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Weakley County? ▼
Property taxes in Weakley County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $49,502. 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.