Bedford County Property Taxes

Bedford County, Tennessee

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

25.4% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$106/mo escrow

#46 of 95 counties in Tennessee

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.50%

vs. Tennessee Avg25.4% above
vs. National Avg52.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$255,300

State avg $201,611

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,259

$105/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,305

$109/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#46

of 95 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Bedford County, Tennessee

Bedford's taxes far below national norms

At 0.499% effective rate, Bedford County sits comfortably below the national average effective rate of around 0.85%, protecting residents from steep property tax bills. The median tax of $1,274 represents less than half the national median of $2,690.

Below Tennessee's average rate

Bedford County's 0.499% effective rate falls slightly below Tennessee's state average of 0.511%, ranking it among the state's more affordable counties for property taxes. Yet the median tax of $1,274 exceeds the state median of $1,016 due to higher median home values.

Competitive with regional peers

Bedford County's rate of 0.499% sits between Blount County (0.503%) and Cannon County (0.479%), making it middle-ground for its region. The higher median home value of $255,300 means larger absolute tax bills despite a below-average rate.

Median home costs $1,274 yearly

A typical Bedford County home valued at $255,300 generates an annual tax bill of approximately $1,274. The rate stays consistent whether you have a mortgage or not, ranging from $1,259 to $1,305.

Assessment appeals can reduce your bill

Many Bedford County homeowners find their assessments exceed actual property values, creating strong grounds for appeals. If recent market conditions suggest your home is worth less than the assessed value, challenging the assessment could yield tax savings.

How Bedford County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Bedford County$1,274
Tennessee State Average$1,016
National Average$1,924

Bedford County

0.50%

Effective rate

Tennessee Avg

0.50%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Bedford County, Tennessee?
The effective property tax rate in Bedford County, Tennessee is 0.50%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Bedford County?
The median annual property tax payment in Bedford County is $1,274. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,259, while those without a mortgage pay $1,305.
How does Bedford County compare to the Tennessee average?
Bedford County's effective tax rate of 0.50% is lower than the Tennessee state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Bedford County is $1,274, compared to the state average of $1,016.
What is the median home value in Bedford County, Tennessee?
The median home value in Bedford County, Tennessee is $255,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Bedford County a low property tax area in Tennessee?
Yes — Bedford County's effective property tax rate of 0.50% is below the Tennessee average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax of $1,274 is also comparable to the state average of $1,016, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Bedford County rank for property taxes in Tennessee?
Bedford County ranks #46 out of 95 counties in Tennessee by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.50% and median annual tax of $1,274, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.