What is the property tax rate in Knoxville, TN?

Knoxville has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.67%. On a median home valued at $214,000, homeowners pay approximately $1,443 per year in property taxes.

How does Knoxville compare to Knox County?

Knoxville's effective rate of 0.67% is 56% higher than the Knox County average of 0.43%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,367, while Knoxville homeowners pay an estimated $1,443.

How much are property taxes in Knoxville on a $300,000 home?

Based on Knoxville's effective rate of 0.67%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,010 per year, or about $168 per month.

Knoxville Property Tax Rate

Knox County, Tennessee

0.67%effective rate

Knoxville is located in Knox County, Tennessee. Homeowners in Knoxville pay a median of $1,443 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $214,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.67%. This is 56% higher than the Knox County average of 0.43%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.67%

vs 0.43% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,443

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$214,000

2024 estimate

Population📍

193,721

Knoxville, TN

How Knoxville Compares

Knoxville

0.67%

Knox County Average

0.43%

Tennessee Average

0.50%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Knoxville

Property taxes in Knoxville are collected by Knox County. Tax exemptions available to Knox County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Knoxville. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Knox County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,010

$168/month · Rate: 0.67%

Knox County Property Taxes

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Tennessee Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.