Pickett County Property Taxes

Pickett County, Tennessee

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

40.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$51/mo escrow

#7 of 95 counties in Tennessee

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.37%

vs. Tennessee Avg40.4% below
vs. National Avg77.5% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$162,200

State avg $201,611

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$765

$64/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$572

$48/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#7

of 95 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Pickett County, Tennessee

Pickett County: among nation's lowest-taxed

Pickett County's 0.374% effective tax rate ranks in the lowest 5% nationally, representing just 14% of the national median property tax of $2,690. This exceptional rate makes Pickett one of the most affordable counties in America for property owners.

Well below Tennessee's statewide average

Pickett County's 0.374% rate is nearly one-quarter lower than Tennessee's 0.511% state average, ranking it among the state's most tax-friendly counties. The median tax of $606 on a $162,200 home demonstrates the county's commitment to low property taxation.

Pickett ties for lowest taxes in the region

Pickett's 0.374% rate ties with Overton County as the lowest in this analysis, dramatically undercutting all surrounding counties including Perry (0.580%), Morgan (0.581%), and Polk (0.565%). This positions Pickett as a tax haven for property owners in the Cumberland Plateau region.

A $162,200 home costs just $606 annually

Pickett County's median homeowner with a $162,200 home pays only $606 per year in property tax—about $50 monthly. Even with mortgage escrow included, the annual tax reaches just $765.

Appeal assessments that exceed market value

Property assessment errors can happen even in the most efficiently-run counties, and Pickett homeowners should compare their assessments to recent local sales. If your county assessment exceeds what your home would sell for today, file an appeal to reduce your tax burden.

How Pickett County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Pickett County$606
Tennessee State Average$1,016
National Average$1,924

Pickett County

0.37%

Effective rate

Tennessee Avg

0.50%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Pickett County, Tennessee?
The effective property tax rate in Pickett County, Tennessee is 0.37%. 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 Pickett County?
The median annual property tax payment in Pickett County is $606. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $765, while those without a mortgage pay $572.
How does Pickett County compare to the Tennessee average?
Pickett County's effective tax rate of 0.37% is lower than the Tennessee state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Pickett County is $606, compared to the state average of $1,016.
What is the median home value in Pickett County, Tennessee?
The median home value in Pickett County, Tennessee is $162,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Pickett County a low property tax area in Tennessee?
Yes — Pickett County's effective property tax rate of 0.37% is below the Tennessee average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax of $606 is also lower the state average of $1,016, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Pickett County rank for property taxes in Tennessee?
Pickett County ranks #7 out of 95 counties in Tennessee by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.37% and median annual tax of $606, it falls in the lower 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.