What is the property tax rate in Murfreesboro, TN?

Murfreesboro has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.59%. On a median home valued at $365,100, homeowners pay approximately $2,169 per year in property taxes.

How does Murfreesboro compare to Rutherford County?

Murfreesboro's effective rate of 0.59% is 23% higher than the Rutherford County average of 0.48%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,839, while Murfreesboro homeowners pay an estimated $2,169.

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

Based on Murfreesboro's effective rate of 0.59%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,770 per year, or about $148 per month.

Murfreesboro Property Tax Rate

Rutherford County, Tennessee

0.59%effective rate

Murfreesboro is located in Rutherford County, Tennessee. Homeowners in Murfreesboro pay a median of $2,169 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $365,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.59%. This is 23% higher than the Rutherford County average of 0.48%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.59%

vs 0.48% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,169

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$365,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

157,547

Murfreesboro, TN

How Murfreesboro Compares

Murfreesboro

0.59%

Rutherford County Average

0.48%

Tennessee Average

0.50%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Rutherford County

Compare property tax rates for 3 cities in Rutherford County, Tennessee.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Murfreesboro	157,547	$2,169	0.59%
Smyrna	55,066	$1,766	0.54%
La Vergne	38,944	$1,475	0.54%

About Property Taxes in Murfreesboro

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,770

$148/month · Rate: 0.59%

Rutherford County 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.