Fayette County Property Tax Rate

Tennessee

0.33%effective rate

Fayette County, Tennessee has an effective property tax rate of 0.33%, which is 64% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $340,800, homeowners pay approximately $1,140 per year in property taxes. Fayette County ranks #91 out of 95 counties in Tennessee for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$1,140

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$340,800

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

1.29%

Median income: $88,456

State Rank📍

#91

of 95 counties in TN

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$1,225

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$1,015

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Fayette County pay on average $210 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Fayette County Compares

Fayette County
0.33%
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 Fayette 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 Fayette County

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$50k$2M

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$990

$83/month · Rate: 0.33%

Quick Facts

Population43,267
Owner-Occupied75.8%
National Rank#3029 of 3,135
Median Income$88,456

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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.