Wilson County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Tennessee. Population: 43,494.
The median annual property tax in Wilson County is $1,743, which is 72% higher than the Tennessee state average and 9% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $397,000. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,743
+72% vs State
-9% vs US
Median Home Value
$397,000
+97% vs State
+88% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.44%
-14% vs State
-54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,804
$150/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,617
$135/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 | $1,743 +3.0% | 0.44% |
| 2022 | $1,693 +8.2% | 0.47% |
| 2021 | $1,564 +5.0% | 0.52% |
| 2020 | $1,490 +2.7% | 0.53% |
| 2019 | $1,451 | 0.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$94,048
per year
Monthly Tax
$145
per month
Other Counties in Tennessee
Bedford County
Tax: $1,274/yr Rate: 0.50%
Rhea County
Tax: $825/yr Rate: 0.46%
Weakley County
Tax: $737/yr Rate: 0.54%
Crockett County
Tax: $865/yr Rate: 0.65%
Washington County
Tax: $1,278/yr Rate: 0.55%
Benton County
Tax: $717/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wilson County, Tennessee? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wilson County is $1,743 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $397,000.
How does Wilson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wilson County are 9% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wilson County? ▼
In Wilson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,804 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,617. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wilson County? ▼
Property taxes in Wilson County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $94,048. 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.