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Rutherford County

Rutherford County, Tennessee

Effective Tax Rate

0.51%

Median Annual Tax

$1,757

How Rutherford County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Rutherford County$1,757
Tennessee State Average$1,016
National Average$1,924

Rutherford County

0.51%

Effective rate

Tennessee Avg

0.50%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,770

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,715

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,757

Monthly Escrow

$146

Effective Rate

0.51%

vs. Tennessee State Average▲ 72.9% above
vs. National Average▼ 34.7% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Rutherford County, Tennessee?
The effective property tax rate in Rutherford County, Tennessee is 0.51%. 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 Rutherford County?
The median annual property tax payment in Rutherford County is $1,757. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,770, while those without a mortgage pay $1,715.
How does Rutherford County compare to the Tennessee average?
Rutherford County's effective tax rate of 0.51% is higher than the Tennessee state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Rutherford County is $1,757, compared to the state average of $1,016.
What is the median home value in Rutherford County, Tennessee?
The median home value in Rutherford County, Tennessee is $346,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Tennessee?
Property taxes in Tennessee are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Cheatham County(TN)

Rate0.51%
Median Tax$1,479

Grainger County(TN)

Rate0.51%
Median Tax$871

Bradley County(TN)

Rate0.51%
Median Tax$1,174

Lewis County(TN)

Rate0.50%
Median Tax$795
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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.

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