Lewis County Property Taxes

Lewis County, Tennessee

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

21.8% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$66/mo escrow

#49 of 95 counties in Tennessee

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.50%

vs. Tennessee Avg21.8% below
vs. National Avg70.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$157,800

State avg $201,611

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,005

$84/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$638

$53/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#49

of 95 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lewis County, Tennessee

Lewis keeps taxes below national median

At 0.504%, Lewis County's effective tax rate sits firmly below the national median of 0.22%, placing it in the lower half nationally. The county achieves this while maintaining a median home value of $157,800, well below the U.S. median of $281,900.

Slightly below Tennessee average

Lewis County ranks near the middle of Tennessee's 95 counties, with an effective rate of 0.504% that's fractionally below the state average of 0.511%. This modest difference means Lewis homeowners enjoy a minor tax advantage over many state peers.

Competitive with nearby counties

Lewis County's 0.504% rate is virtually tied with Lawrence County (0.532%) and lower than Lauderdale County (0.662%) to the west. The county offers a reasonable tax environment compared to its regional peers.

Median tax on $158K home

Lewis County homeowners pay approximately $795 annually on a median-value home worth $157,800. This bill is notably lower than Tennessee's state average tax of $1,016, reflecting both modest home values and a restrained tax rate.

Still worth checking your assessment

Even in lower-tax counties, property assessments sometimes overstate home values based on outdated comparables or administrative error. Lewis County residents should request a reassessment review if they suspect their home is overvalued.

How Lewis County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lewis County$795
Tennessee State Average$1,016
National Average$1,924

Lewis 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 Lewis County, Tennessee?
The effective property tax rate in Lewis 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 Lewis County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lewis County is $795. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,005, while those without a mortgage pay $638.
How does Lewis County compare to the Tennessee average?
Lewis County's effective tax rate of 0.50% is lower than the Tennessee state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Lewis County is $795, compared to the state average of $1,016.
What is the median home value in Lewis County, Tennessee?
The median home value in Lewis County, Tennessee is $157,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lewis County a low property tax area in Tennessee?
Yes — Lewis County's effective property tax rate of 0.50% is below the Tennessee average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax of $795 is also lower the state average of $1,016, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lewis County rank for property taxes in Tennessee?
Lewis County ranks #49 out of 95 counties in Tennessee by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.50% and median annual tax of $795, 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.