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Shelby County

Shelby County, Tennessee

Effective Tax Rate

1.03%

Median Annual Tax

$2,376

How Shelby County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Shelby County$2,376
Tennessee State Average$1,016
National Average$1,924

Shelby County

1.03%

Effective rate

Tennessee Avg

0.50%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,548

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,962

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,376

Monthly Escrow

$198

Effective Rate

1.03%

vs. Tennessee State Average▲ 133.9% above
vs. National Average▼ 11.7% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Shelby County, Tennessee?
The effective property tax rate in Shelby County, Tennessee is 1.03%. 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 Shelby County?
The median annual property tax payment in Shelby County is $2,376. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,548, while those without a mortgage pay $1,962.
How does Shelby County compare to the Tennessee average?
Shelby County's effective tax rate of 1.03% is higher than the Tennessee state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $2,376, compared to the state average of $1,016.
What is the median home value in Shelby County, Tennessee?
The median home value in Shelby County, Tennessee is $229,700, 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

Haywood County(TN)

Rate0.71%
Median Tax$854

Lake County(TN)

Rate0.71%
Median Tax$758

Gibson County(TN)

Rate0.68%
Median Tax$1,016

Montgomery County(TN)

Rate0.67%
Median Tax$1,671
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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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