Benton County Property Tax Rate

Tennessee

0.48%effective rate

Benton County, Tennessee has an effective property tax rate of 0.48%, which is 48% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $153,600, homeowners pay approximately $738 per year in property taxes. Benton County ranks #38 out of 95 counties in Tennessee for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$738

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$153,600

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

1.43%

Median income: $51,746

State Rank📍

#38

of 95 counties in TN

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$844

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$632

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Benton County pay on average $212 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Benton County Compares

Benton County
0.48%
Tennessee Average
0.50%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Tennessee

Shelby
0.98%
Lake
0.67%
Gibson
0.66%
Dyer
0.63%
Hardeman
0.63%
Hamilton
0.62%
Haywood
0.62%
Montgomery
0.61%

Tennessee Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Benton County homeowners

Tax Relief (Over 65/Disabled)

Reimbursement of taxes paid on first $30,000 of market value

Homeowners age 65+ or disabled with income under $31,600

Disabled Veteran

Reimbursement of taxes paid on first $175,000 of market value

Veterans with 100% permanent and total service-connected disability

Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property tax in Benton County

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$50k$2M

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,440

$120/month · Rate: 0.48%

Quick Facts

Population16,006
Owner-Occupied62.4%
National Rank#2696 of 3,135
Median Income$51,746

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.