Benton County Property Taxes

Benton County, Tennessee

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

29.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$60/mo escrow

#76 of 95 counties in Tennessee

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.58%

vs. Tennessee Avg29.4% below
vs. National Avg73.3% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$123,400

State avg $201,611

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$782

$65/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$606

$51/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#76

of 95 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Benton County, Tennessee

Benton keeps taxes well below national median

Benton County's 0.581% effective rate remains significantly lower than the national average of around 0.85%, and the median tax of just $717 is less than 27% of the national median of $2,690. This rural county offers some of Tennessee's most affordable property tax burdens.

Above state average despite rural character

Benton County's 0.581% effective rate exceeds Tennessee's state average of 0.511% by about 14%, yet the low median home value of $123,400 keeps actual taxes modest at $717. It ranks among the state's more rural counties with lower absolute tax payments.

Higher rate, lower taxes than nearby counties

Benton County's 0.581% rate tops nearby Bledsoe County (0.406%) and Campbell County (0.384%), but the median tax of $717 stays lowest due to lower home values. It bridges the gap between Tennessee's more developed and most rural counties.

Median home costs just $717 yearly

A typical Benton County home valued at $123,400 generates an annual tax of approximately $717, among the lowest in the state. Homeowners with mortgages pay slightly more at $782, while those without pay around $606.

Appeal if your assessment seems high

Even in low-tax rural counties, individual homes can be overassessed relative to market conditions. If your Benton County property has lost value or you believe your assessment exceeds comparable sales, filing an appeal is a straightforward way to reduce your tax burden.

How Benton County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Benton County$717
Tennessee State Average$1,016
National Average$1,924

Benton County

0.58%

Effective rate

Tennessee Avg

0.50%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Benton County, Tennessee?
The effective property tax rate in Benton County, Tennessee is 0.58%. 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 Benton County?
The median annual property tax payment in Benton County is $717. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $782, while those without a mortgage pay $606.
How does Benton County compare to the Tennessee average?
Benton County's effective tax rate of 0.58% is higher than the Tennessee state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Benton County is $717, compared to the state average of $1,016.
What is the median home value in Benton County, Tennessee?
The median home value in Benton County, Tennessee is $123,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Benton County property tax rate higher than the Tennessee average?
Benton County's effective property tax rate of 0.58% is higher than the Tennessee average of 0.50%. This difference of 0.08% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Benton County rank for property taxes in Tennessee?
Benton County ranks #76 out of 95 counties in Tennessee by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.58% and median annual tax of $717, it falls in the upper 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.